Undergraduate Certificate in International Film Studies
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
An undergraduate certificate in International Film Studies is perfect for students passionate about exploring global cinema, its cultural impact, and the art of filmmaking across different regions. It prepares students for careers in film criticism, international film distribution, cultural journalism, film curation, or roles in film festivals, production companies, and media organizations with a focus on global cinema.
Program Overview
The Undergraduate Certificate in International Film Studies is an interdisciplinary program that introduces students to the history and theoretical vocabulary of cinema. It provides a comparative approach to the problematic concept of national film style in a "globalized" world; emphasizes how the language and history of film intersect with closely related movements in other artistic media, in philosophy and history, and in different cultural traditions; and fosters expertise in film analysis and its expression.
How to Add this Certificate
Prospective students: Certificates are declared once you are a current University of Kentucky student.
Current students: You can add this certificate in myUK GPS. Under "My Program of Study" on the right side of the screen, click the link "Request a major/minor/certificate change". If you need help, contact your academic advisor.
You should talk with your academic advisor about how adding a program to your plan of study will impact graduation time and any graduation requirements of your major.
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What You'll Learn
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
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Accelerated Pathway
This program is part of the Accelerated Master's Pathways program. If you plan to obtain a related master's degree, this program can save you time and money with dual credit hours when you sign up.
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