Overview
Dalhousie University 's Bachelor of Arts in Cinema and Media Studies programme embraces today's incredible variety of moving images — from theatrically released films to TV, YouTube, and video games. You’ll take a look at box office Hollywood releases alongside esoteric art films, and explore cinema from across the globe and its many cultures.
Programme options
The Fountain School offers several ways to study the moving image at the undergraduate level.
You can pursue a BA Major, Double Major, or Combined Honours degree, or Minor in Cinema and Media Studies. Alternatively, you can pursue a BSc if you combine Cinema and Media Studies with a Science subject for a Double Major or Combined Honours.
The Fountain School of Performing Arts enables its students to engage in experiential learning for academic credit through a placement with an established organization in the field of cinema and media.
The following Cinema and Media Studies programme options are offered by Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Connect with an academic advisor after you start your studies to explore options such as:
- Bachelor of Arts with Combined Honours in Cinema and Media Studies
- Bachelor of Arts Major in Cinema and Media Studies
- Bachelor of Arts Double Major in Cinema and Media Studies
- Minor in Film Studies
What you will learn
You’ll be introduced to audiovisual analysis and the language of cinematography, editing, sound, acting, and art direction. Study the history of the moving image from its beginnings to the present day.
Elective courses at the intermediate and advanced level provide opportunities to study specific genres, directors, and national cinemas. You'll also dive into interdisciplinary topics such as narration, narrative in fiction and film, feminist film practices and music and film.
Cinema and Media Studies teaches you to think critically about the moving image in its historical, theoretical, and cultural contexts, and to appreciate and watch this exciting visual medium with eyes wide open.
Possible careers include:
- Publicity Coordinator
- Filmmaker
- Screenwriter
You'll be prepared with the critical analysis and writing skills you'll need for future studies at the graduate level or in another subject matter.
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Courses include:
- Film Analysis
- Cinema: The French Phenomenon
- Videogames: Story, World and Play
- Film History
- Indigenous Representations in Film
- Animated Film
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Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Halifax, Canada
Disciplines
Film Studies Media Studies & Mass Media View 84 other Bachelors in Film Studies in CanadaExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
To be considered for admission to this programme, you must meet minimum academic criteria:
- Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)
- Achievement of the minimum average for your programme of choice.
- Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course).
Admission to many Dalhousie programmes is competitive. This means that meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Programme-specific admission requirements
- Minimum overall average: 70%
- Academic English 12
- Four additional academic subjects
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Applies to youCitizens or residents9030 CAD / year≈ 9030 CAD / year
Living costs
Halifax
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Funding
Financial information
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Scholarships Information
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