Film Studies Requirements (BA/BS)

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An approved minor is required for this major.

Four-Year Plans: These four-year plans outline a suggested curricular path for new students aiming to earn a degree within in four years. Please note that each plan represents just one of many paths to degree completion. 

Film Studies (BA)  

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The math and English courses you will take during your first year will depend on UW System placement exam scores or ACT/SAT subscores. This four-year plan reflects the math and English courses most common for students in this major. All students are encouraged to complete placement testing prior to attending Warhawks SOAR. 

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For the Bachelor of Arts degree requirements, students must complete two semesters of a world language or demonstrate proficiency in a world language through the second level on the UW System placement test in Spanish, French, or German. Students who are native speakers of a language other than English are eligible to waive the language requirement.

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Film Studies majors enjoy a broad selection of electives, including production-based courses such as Screenwriting (FILM 376),
Documentary Project Development (FILM 360), and Documentary Production (FILM 362). You are encouraged to work with the Film Studies
advisor to personalize your degree path according to your particular interests and career goals.

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This program requires a minor.  Students are encouraged to start thinking about selecting a minor in the second year. 

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Students who move efficiently through the coursework in this major could add a certificate without extending time to degree. Completion of a certificate enables you to acquire additional tools for your toolbox by focusing on a specific skill that will complement your degree program and deepen knowledge in an area that is desirable to future employers.

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Film Studies (BS)

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The math and English courses you will take during your first year will depend on UW System placement exam scores or ACT/SAT subscores. This four-year plan reflects the math and English courses most common for students in this major. All students are encouraged to complete placement testing prior to attending Warhawks SOAR.

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Film Studies majors enjoy a broad selection of electives, including production-based courses such as Screenwriting (FILM 376),
Documentary Project Development (FILM 360), and Documentary Production (FILM 362). You are encouraged to work with the Film Studies
advisor to personalize your degree path according to your particular interests and career goals.

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This program requires a minor.  Students are encouraged to start thinking about selecting a minor in the second year.  

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Students who move efficiently through the coursework in this major could add a certificate without extending time to degree. Completion of a certificate enables you to acquire additional tools for your toolbox by focusing on a specific skill that will complement your degree program and deepen knowledge in an area that is desirable to future employers.

First Year: Joining a university-sponsored club and actively participating is strongly encouraged. Some clubs that may be of particular interest to students with a Film Studies Major include: Film Club and Hawk Cinema.

Second Year: Many students plan a study abroad experience during their sophomore year. Travel opportunities can be found through the Center for Global Education. In addition, faculty routinely organize and lead travel study courses that involve in-class learning during the semester followed by a short-term travel experience either in the US or abroad.

The Undergraduate Research Program (URP) is a high-impact practice that gives students the opportunity to apply their knowledge outside of the classroom and dive deeper into their field of interest.   

Third Year: An internship provides students with hands-on experience in a potential career field, supervision and coaching from prospective employers, and the ability to learn professional norms and behaviors. In addition, completing an internship allows students to differentiate themselves in a competitive job market. 

Career Information in Letters and Sciences (LSINDP 399) is a 1-credit course that focuses on transition to career and graduate school opportunities; identifying skills, strengths, and work values; creating effective job search materials; and, developing a networking strategy.

Fourth Year: All students must earn at least 120 credits and complete undergraduate degree requirements to graduate.

Graduation: Students should apply for graduation one full semester prior to their intended graduation date.