Bachelor of Science in Film & Television
Trevecca Nazarene University
Key Information
Campus location
Nashville, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 28,590 / per semester *
Application deadline
Request info
Earliest start date
Aug 2024
* per 12-18 credit hours
Introduction
The Bachelor of Science in film & television equips students to work in various positions within the creative and production teams of film and television. With a strong focus on storytelling, students will learn how to convey their thoughts and ideas in ways that connect with an audience. They will also learn from experienced professors how to take creative ideas and make them flourish.
Trevecca’s Bachelor of Science in Film & Television equips you for a variety of careers within the film and television industries. From screenwriting to acting to production, the program emphasizes the role storytelling plays in today’s media. The degree offers opportunities to study in both Nashville and Los Angeles and culminates in a valuable internship experience.
Program Benefits
- Learn from faculty who possess high degrees in their fields, who have relevant and valuable real-world experience, and who make an effort to know you personally.
- Study in our state-of-the-art communication lab.
- Enjoy our small class sizes and supportive campus community.
- Graduate with an internship experience that makes you competitive in the job market.
- Take advantage of opportunities to study in both Nashville and Los Angeles.
What to Expect
Trevecca’s film program prepares you to work on creative and production teams within the film and television industries in roles such as screenwriting, directing, producing, lighting, acting, editing, casting, and cinematography. For those interested in broadcast journalism, this program equips you with knowledge and experience in news anchoring, reporting, producing, and directing. The program offers you the flexibility to tailor your degree to match your interests and goals when you choose from two concentrations:
- TV/Film production
- Media studies
Storytelling is the heartbeat of our film & television program. The curriculum is designed to help you take your creative ideas and apply communication and narrative techniques in various mediums to produce projects that connect with your audience and impact the world. You’ll gain hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art communication lab, and you’ll have access to professional cameras, lighting equipment, and audio and video editing technologies.
If you are specifically interested in a career in film, you’ll choose between two tracks:
Track 1: You’ll study film through a variety of courses offered on Trevecca’s campus, and you’ll gain hands-on internship experience in the exciting and growing Nashville market. This track allows you to take advantage of Trevecca’s strong relationships with local production companies, studios, filmmakers, and professionals in the field so you can gain valuable experience in the business.
Track 2: You’ll combine film courses at Trevecca with one semester at the Los Angeles Film Studies Center (LAFSC) which is operated by the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU). You’ll complete your internship requirement while living in Los Angeles and taking courses at LAFSC. If you choose this track, you will:
- Spend a semester living in Los Angeles, the heart of the motion picture industry.
- Receive 16 credits in directing, acting, and/or screenwriting that count toward your film degree at Trevecca.
- Get hands-on training with industry professionals in Hollywood.
- Work as a part of a team to create short films.
- Complete an internship with production companies, studios, agencies, and more. Past LAFSC students have interned at 20th Century Fox Casting, Focus Features, ICM, Jerry Bruckheimer Films, Lakeshore Films, and many more.
Why Choose Trevecca?
Founded in 1901 and a leader in online education for more than two decades, Trevecca helps students discover and pursue an individual calling by providing innovative instruction; cultivating a supportive, Christ-centered community; and establishing relationships that open doors.
Recognized nationally and locally for academic quality, Trevecca has earned a reputation for providing the world with servant leaders, problem solvers, and difference makers. Trevecca’s holistic approach to education encompasses intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth.
As a Christian university, we offer programs that explore the ways faith intersects with your field of study. This means you can gain your film degree in a supportive, Christian community with small classroom sizes and engaged faculty members who care about you, your faith, and your goals.
Curriculum
General Education — 51 hours
Major — 48 hours
- COM 2210 Introduction to Mass Media 3
- COM 2215/ITI 2215 Introduction to Film and Video Production 3
- COM 2410 Acting I: Theory and Practice (FE-10) 2
- COM 2620 Foundations of Media Writing 3
- COM 2720 Film Criticism 1
- COM 2950 Script Analysis 1
- COM 3010 Theories of Communication 3
- COM 3020 Advanced Film and Video Production 3
- COM 3025 Scriptwriting for TV/Film 3
- COM 3640 Directing for Film and Television 3
- COM 4000 Advanced Public Speaking 3
- COM 4510 Career Internship in Communication Studies 1-3
- COM 4550 Research Methods in Communication Studies 3
- COM 4801 Media Arts Senior Project 2-3
- MCM 1050 Basic Concepts of Audio Technology 3
- MCM 4210 Audio for Digital Cinema 3
- COM 4510: 3 hours required
- COM 4801: 2 hours required, may take up to 3
Advanced Film Production Electives (Choose one):
- COM 3100 Short Film Production 3
- COM 3110 Visual Effects & Animation for Film & Television I 3
- COM 4090 Visual Effects & Animation for Film & Television II 3
- COM 4190/ITI 4190 Organizational and Corporate Video Production 3
- COM 4500 Documentary 3
Film Studies Electives (Choose one):
- COM 3030 The Impact of Film on Society 3
- COM 3035 Narrative Strategies in Film 3
Minor (Student’s Choice) — 15-18 hours
General Electives — 3-6 hours
Total Credit Hours: 120
Career Opportunities
Our film & television program prepares students to work in various positions within the creative and production teams of film and television. These roles include:
- screenwriting
- directing
- producing
- lighting
- acting
- editing
- casting
- cinematography.
The program also prepares students pursuing careers in other areas of television like these:
- news anchoring
- news reporting
- news producing and directing
- broadcast journalism
Admissions
English Language Requirements
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