Bachelor's Degree in Communication – Film Studies
Degree: Bachelor of Science
Major: Communication
Concentration: Film Studies
Hours: 120
Film Studies Overview
The Lamar University Bachelor of Science in Communication with a concentration in film studies, follows a student-centered, developmentally-oriented learning path as they move from introductory courses in film and digital video production, cinematography and editing, to courses in intermediate and advanced film and digital video production, digital special effects, advanced editing, producing, cinematography for motion picture imaging, advanced audio recording techniques and screenwriting. For years, film has been a staple for telling stories. Now's the time for you to tell yours!
By obtaining this degree, you'll have the opportunity to work with professional equipment to produce films during all four years. LU's film studies program is the only university-level motion picture program in Southeast Texas that allows you to shoot on motion picture film. You can also produce films for the local Boomtown Film and Music and Lagniappe Film and Music Festivals.
Film Studies Courses You May Take
Film Production I: An introductory course focusing on the theory and practice of film production including script writing, shooting and editing.
Video Production I: This course is a study of basic television production as it applies to live studio programming. Beginning instruction is offered in the areas of studio camera operation, audio for television and television direction with an emphasis on underlying principles of video technology.
Screenwriting: Theory and practice of writing for film and video. COMM 1373 and/or ENGL 1301/02 preferred, but not required. See instructor for description of writing capability.
Film Directors: The study of the role of the director in film communication, the ascension of auteur policy and visual and aural styles and themes. This course may be repeated once for a maximum of 6 hours of credit, when the topic varies.
The History of American Film: The history of American Film is a films studies course that focuses on the study of major developments in the history of american film. Because worldwide film movements have greatly impacted American films, certain landmark foreign films and movements will also be studied.
Career Paths for Film Studies
Not only will you learn practical filmmaking skills such as how to operate a camera and edit footage, but you will also graduate with skills that attract employers in a wide variety of fields. These include good research and communication skills, critical thinking, project management and the ability to organize your time effectively and work to deadlines.
Primary Careers
Film/video/television editor, camera operator, producer or production assistant
- Film production
- Art direction
- Multimedia marketing
- Video advertising
- Film research and criticism
- Web content creator/editor
- Production companies
- Television companies
- Advertising agencies
- Print media producers
- Online media producers
- Schools and universities