Description
The field of media film and TV communications encompasses a host of diverse and expanding industries that offer a growing range of employment opportunities both nationally and globally. Graduates with a degree in Communication with a concentration in media, film and TV will receive training and develop skills and knowledge required for entry into areas such as print, film, television, online media, and media relations.
Knowledge Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this program students will be able to:
- Show basic understanding of subject matter related to communications, mass media, film production, and TV projects;
- Apply the subject matter critically and analytically in real situations;
- Comprehend the political, social, legal, regulatory, environmental and technological impacts on media;
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of the European and American environment of the media industry;
- Have a foundation in science and liberal studies as delivered through the General Education program;
- Integrate the knowledge acquired in the program to analyze media, film and TV;
- Develop practical skills for a film project; and
- Pursue postgraduate studies or professional qualifications in the field of media, film and TV.
Detailed Course Facts
Tuition fee Not specified Start date October 2015 Duration full-time 48 months Languages Take an IELTS test
- English
Delivery mode On Campus Educational variant Full-time
Course Content
General Education - 25 credits
All students must complete the SUNY general education requirements. Course
- Composition I
- Composition II
- History of Ideas in Science and Maths
- Social Science course
- Western Civilization course
- US History course
- Other World Civilizations course
- Computer Applications I
New York College Concentration Prerequisites 45 creditsCourse
- History of Cinema
- Story Analysis and the Art of Scriptwriting
- Fundamentals of Directing
- Pre-production/ Production for Film/TV
- Introduction to Film
- Editing Documentary Film
- Sound Theory and Design
- Acting and Directing on a TV/Film Set
- Directing Actors
- Directing Photography and Camera
- Theories of Human Communication
- Advanced Speech Communication
- Public Relations
- History of Mass Media
- Principles of Marketing
Foreign Language(s) 2 to 8 credits
Electives: 18-24 credits(either or both NYC and ESC courses)
Empire State College Concentration Courses - 32 creditsCourse
- Communications Analysis
- Communications Decisions
- Mass Communications and Society
- Cinematography: Visualization & Exposure
- Building a Story
- Advanced Writing and Research
Choose 3 of the following courses:
- Consumer Behavior (prereq. Psychology of Adjustment)
- Marketing and Sales Promotion
- Information Gathering and Reporting
- Advanced Public Relations
- Contemporary Film and Film makers
TOTAL 128 CREDITS
English Language Requirements
IELTS band : 6
To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to
take an IELTS test.
Requirements
The admissions process involves a comprehensive review of your academic background, test scores, application essay, recommendations, and activities both in school and in your community.
All candidates for undergraduate admission must submit the following:
- Application for Admission to Undergraduate Study
- Personal statement/essay
- Two letters of recommendation
- Official high school transcripts
- Official transcripts of all college work, including non-credit course work, if any, and for transfer students.
- International students should consult the International Students section.
English Language Requirement
Students are required to have a good standard of English before starting any program. For students whose native language is not English, NYC requires a minimum of TOEFL score of 197 (computer based test), IELTS 6.0, or a recognized equivalent.
All non-native English speakers who do not possess any of the above-mentioned certificates, will be required to take an English language placement test, which is offered at NYC free of charge.
Students that have attained Cambridge Proficiency or TOEFL score of 197 or higher are exempt from the placement test and may enroll full-time.
Work Experience
No work experience is required.
Want to improve your English level for admission?
Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.
- ✔️ Flexible study schedule
- ✔️ Experienced teachers
- ✔️ Certificate upon completion
📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.
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