STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY · UNITED STATES
Minor in Filmmaking
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The Minor in Filmmaking at Stony Brook University offers students a deep dive into the art of visual storytelling. This program is designed for students who wish to communicate narratives through film, providing them with a comprehensive understanding of how images and sounds work together to create compelling stories. You will learn the technical skills necessary to manipulate and transform visual media to inform, educate, and persuade audiences.
Curriculum
The minor requires 21 credits and includes workshops covering screenwriting, film analysis, cinematography, editing, and production. Students are encouraged to declare the minor by their sophomore year and consult with program directors to plan their course of study.
- Year 1/2
- Scriptwriting for Filmmakers
- Fiction Filmmaking
- Sound and Editing
- Producing and Directing
Careers
Upon completion of the Filmmaking minor, graduates are well-prepared for a variety of roles in the film and media industries. The skills gained can open doors to numerous creative and technical positions.
- Cinematographer
- Film Director
- Line Producer
- Production Assistant
- Film Video Editor
Entry requirements
Undergraduate StudentDeclare minor by the middle of sophomore year.
This is a minor program, and specific admission requirements are related to declaring the minor within your undergraduate studies.
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Tuition and living costs are not specified for this minor program. Please refer to Stony Brook University's main undergraduate admissions for general cost information.
How to apply
1. Declare Your InterestReach out to the relevant departments to express your intention to minor in Filmmaking.
2. Consult with Program DirectorsMeet with the director of your undergraduate major and the director of the Filmmaking minor to discuss course selection and program planning.
3. Plan Your Course of StudyDevelop a curriculum plan that fulfills the 21-credit requirement for the minor, integrating it with your major coursework.