The Minor in Film and Screen Studies at Stony Brook University offers students a comprehensive understanding of cinema as both an art form and a cultural medium. This program encourages critical engagement with film history, theory, and diverse media, fostering reflective and analytical viewers. It delves into the unique language and historical development of cinema while exploring its connections to broader literary and cultural contexts.
The minor requires 18 credits, including at least three upper-division courses. All courses for the minor must be passed with a letter grade of C or higher.
Graduates with a background in Film and Screen Studies are well-prepared for a variety of roles in media, academia, and cultural industries. The program equips students with analytical and critical thinking skills applicable to diverse career paths.
This is a minor program, and specific admission requirements for international students applying to Stony Brook University for undergraduate programs should be sought directly from the admissions office.
Tuition and living cost information is not provided for this minor. Prospective students should consult the University's Cost & Aid section for details.