OVERVIEW/DEGREE OFFERED

The Department of Cinema & Television Arts offers a Master of Arts in Screenwriting.

Emerging screen storytellers from many backgrounds are mentored toward writing scripts that explore new insights into the human condition. In a vigorous workshop environment, working with an exemplary faculty of professional screenwriters, students explore the elements of screen story structure, character, dialogue, scene, setting, texture and tone.

Screen narrative and film analysis are also investigated with top film and TV writers, directors, and producers through the Department of Cinema and Television Arts Cinematheque, in the 130 seat state-of-the-art Armer Screening Room.


Professionalism
The University's proximity to the entertainment industry provides opportunities to enrich classroom writing and theory with real world experience.  Many MA courses feature one-on-one relationships with working professionals, and internships are available at studios, networks, and production companies.


Leadership
The program offers a broad perspective on the arts, crafts, and aesthetics of cinema-telecommunications, and the responsibilities essential to prepare for leadership in the entertainment industry. Paid undergraduate teaching positions are also available for those who wish to develop leadership skills as a college instructor.


Creative Thinking
The MA in Screenwriting Program challenges students and fosters the development of imagination, creativity, and analytic narrative thinking.  Each student is guided toward developing their own unique voice as a writer.


The MA in Screenwriting Program offers a two-year course of study adaptable to the needs of working adults. Scholarships and financing are available.