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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

The median annual wage for Media and Communication Equipment Workers in May 2023 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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.

Degree and Course Details

Film Studies, Minor

The Film Studies Minor focuses on the academic study of film as an art form, cultural artifact, and medium of communication. 

Degree and Course Details
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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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Art and Design

Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, our program is devoted to the development of concepts, attitudes and skills in the visual arts within a broad university curriculum of liberal arts orientation. 

 

Art and Design
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Creative Writing

The Creative Writing program allows students to develop their storytelling skills, enhance their imagination, and express their unique voice while exploring various genres and receiving constructive feedback.

Creative Writing
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Music Industry

Our Music Industry program equips students to identify opportunities and develop solutions for industry needs through coursework, technical experience, and real-world opportunities, preparing them for careers in management, marketing, studio operations, and more.

Music Industry
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Communication and Media

The Communication and Media program equips students with critical thinking, digital literacy, and global awareness, preparing them to be ethical and socially responsible communicators, advocates, and storytellers in a dynamic world.

Communication and Media

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Humanities and Social Sciences

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences is an inclusive community of diverse learners seeking to examine, engage with and transform the social world while nurturing creativity and innovation. Our programs build a foundation of knowledge that adapts to a constantly changing society.

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