The Film program at UCLA is structured to ensure students leave with both a deep scholarly understanding of cinema and hands-on experience in various aspects of film, television, and digital media. Courses effortlessly bridge traditional academic boundaries. The historical, critical, and theoretical study of cinema complements our top-tier professional training, emphasizing the significance of emerging technologies.

The Department of Film, Television, and Digital Media provides comprehensive training in the moving image’s art and technology, drawing inspiration from iconic film and TV masterpieces. While technology serves as a tool, not the final goal, we emphasize its importance in the modern cinematic landscape.

Freshmen and sophomores focus on foundational courses, junior year students delve into the multifaceted world of film, TV, and digital media production, honing a variety of craft skills and by senior year sees a concentration in specific areas, culminating in a mandatory professional internship.

Film students cannot switch to the Theater major at any point during their studies. Students may apply to the Film major as freshmen or transfers. All specialized courses necessitate instructor approval for enrollment. Faculty discretion can determine continuation in a particular emphasis based on performance and participation.