Minor in Motion Pictures

Overview

The Department of Cinematic Arts offers a minor in Motion Pictures. (CMPT)

The Department of Cinematic Arts prepares the next generation of storytellers, innovators, filmmakers, researchers, and entrepreneurs for the abundance of opportunities in the world of film, digital media, television and emerging technologies.

Department of Cinematic Arts curriculum is designed to enable you to customize your education, within a learning environment that is collaborative and conducive to the pursuit, development, and exchange of ideas and information. It provides students with the training necessary to succeed in a range of careers defined by a rapidly changing media landscape, and equips them to best leverage innovations in the field.

As a minor in the CCA department, many opportunities await you, including access to the following facilities and equipment: digital cameras; grip and electrical equipment; a soundstage; digital post-production image and sound facilities; a digital animation studio; a VR Lab and Design Lab (NERDLab).

Curriculum Requirements

Motion Pictures Minor for Journalism Visual and Documentary Track Only 

This suggested track will be notated on the transcript as the Motion Pictures minor.

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Students select four electives in consultation with an advisor to create either a generalist minor or a focus area (e.g., Business, Critical Studies, Production, or Screenwriting). JMM electives may count. Please check with a CCA advisor.

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Journalism majors will need a permission code to enroll in courses. CCA faculty advisor will determine if the student has equivalent JMM course prerequisites before waiving or substituting requirements.

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Students with minors in Motion Pictures may not double count any CCA courses towards these minors.

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A grade of C or higher is required in all courses (a C- is not acceptable).