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Film Studies

In Person
Campus: Jackson
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Tell stories that move people

The Film Studies program at Union University prepares students in the full range of filmmaking — from screenwriting and production to post-production, film history, and theory. Students develop both technical craft and critical understanding, equipping them for careers in the film and media industry as storytellers, directors, editors, and creative collaborators.

Quick Facts

Academic Program

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Science

Format

In Person

Program Type

Major, Minor

Curriculum

What You'll Study

Film Studies at Union develops both critical viewers and active filmmakers — giving you the vocabulary to analyze cinema and the practical skills to create it. You'll engage the history and theory of film while developing real production experience in a department that takes storytelling seriously.

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Telling Stories That Are True, Beautiful, and Worth Telling

At Union, film is understood as one of the most powerful storytelling mediums of our time — and a discipline that deserves to be pursued with both craft and conviction. Faculty help you develop your skills and your voice, preparing you to create films that are excellent, meaningful, and rooted in a thoughtful engagement with the world.

Learn from Instructors Who Know the Field

Instructors help you develop your skills and your voice, preparing you to create films that are excellent, meaningful, and thoughtfully engaged with the world.

Take the next step with confidence

Whether you’re exploring, visiting, or ready to apply—we’re here to help you move forward.