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Critical Studies

Designed for those who wish to understand the deeper principles that underlie film and television production, the Critical Studies track also challenges students to explore how the arts and entertainment industry and culture impact one another.

All cinematic arts majors must complete the core requirements as well as the requirements for one of the concentrations (Critical Studies or Screenwriting).

Critical Studies Concentration Requirements15 units
TFT 317
Cinematic Aesthetics
3
TFT 351
Film and Social Issues
3
TFT 360
Studies in Popular Culture
3
TFT 481
Contemporary Auteurs
3
Select one of the following:
TFT 444
Advanced Film Theory
3
- or -
TFT 495
Special Topics
3
- or -
TFT 420
Topics in Cinema and History
3
Note: This information is current for the 2012–13 academic year; however, all stated academic information is subject to change. Please refer to the current Academic Catalog for more information. For additional information, please contact the appropriate office.