
Film and Media Studies
Film and Media Studies students acquire skills in audio-visual production and gain expertise in writing, researching, and analyzing diverse media, exploring all aspects of film and media from aesthetic, creative, critical, cultural, technical, and theoretical perspectives.
Careers in Film and Media Studies
Film and Media Studies prepares students for careers as communicators, innovative creators of film and other media texts, and competent professionals in such fields as broadcast news, digital media, film production, or other media-related fields.- Director
- Producer
- Videographer
- Camera Operator
- Multimedia Journalist
- Production Manager
Potential Salary
Median Salary $66,320
Film and Media Studies Degrees at MSU
Film and Media Studies, Bachelor of Arts
The Film and Media Studies program teaches students to look at all aspects of media including: technical, creative, aesthetic, historical, theoretical and cultural perspectives.
Film Studies, Minor
The Film Studies Minor focuses on the academic study of film as an art form, cultural artifact, and medium of communication.
Film and Media Studies, Bachelor of Arts
The Film and Media Studies program teaches students to look at all aspects of media including: technical, creative, aesthetic, historical, theoretical and cultural perspectives.
Film Studies, Minor
The Film Studies Minor focuses on the academic study of film as an art form, cultural artifact, and medium of communication.

Real-World Experience
Our Film and Media Studies program combines creative storytelling with hands-on experience to prepare you for careers in filmmaking, media production, and digital storytelling. Gain real-world skills through internships, a two-credit capstone project, and the Student Film Showcase, where original student films take center stage.
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