The B.F.A. in Filmmaking at Marshall University offers you a comprehensive, interdisciplinary studio art education designed to launch your professional career. You will delve into the core elements of cinematic creation, including cinematography, animation, screenwriting, and post-production, all within a hands-on studio environment. This program is ideal if you are passionate about developing your technical skills and unique creative voice, whether your interests lie in documentary, experimental film, or narrative features. You’ll gain practical experience by working on film sets, acting, filming, writing, and directing your own projects.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate program spans four years, immersing you in the practicalities of filmmaking through active participation and learning. You will develop proficiency in advanced digital filmmaking techniques and documentary journalism, drawing from a diverse syllabus that includes film studies, animation, and cultural analysis. The curriculum emphasizes learning by doing, culminating in a filmmaking internship that prepares you for the dynamic and expanding media market. You will graduate with a robust portfolio and the industry-ready skills sought after in today's creative economy.