Filmmaking

Academics

Filmmaking is an immersive art form where the students create while they learn.

Designed for grips, gaffers, directors of photography, camera operators, electricians, writers and directors, SFA's hands-on filmmaking program emphasizes the tools of filmmaking while studying the traditional philosophic movements in film.

Your first term of film school will include a group-project of creating three short films. Advanced courses in the program include:

  • documentary films
  • short films
  • The Summer Feature, a full-length feature film
  • editing and screenwriting
  • and professional practices for film.

Which bachelor's degree is right for you?

Explore the two options below to learn more about the opportunities available based on your career goals.

Bachelor of Arts in studio art with a concentration in filmmaking

This degree is appropriate for those students who seek a general course of study in art with minor study in another academic area. Examples of common minors outside the School of Art for art students include general business, marketing, mass communication and creative writing.

Learn more about curriculum requirements by visiting the program offering webpage on the Undergraduate Bulletin.

Bachelor of Fine Arts in studio art with a concentration in filmmaking

Designed to prepare students for careers either as professional artists or advertising designers, the Bachelor of Fine Arts in studio art degree is a professional degree program intended for students seeking more in-depth preparation. Studio art majors planning to continue their studies at the graduate level should generally take this program.

Learn more about curriculum requirements by visiting the program offering webpage on the Undergraduate Bulletin.