The graduate emphasis in Film and Media Studies prepares students in any M.A., Ph.D., or M.F.A. program to analyze film and media texts, contexts, and industries. The emphasis requires that students complete four seminars, two of which are in the Film and Media Studies Ph.D. core series (FLM&MDA 285A-C, FLM&MDA 286A-C) and two of which may be Film and Media Studies core or elective seminars (FLM&MDA 291, FLM&MDA 292, FLM&MDA 295).

Admission
Students who are currently enrolled in any MA, Ph.D., or M.F.A. program at UCI are eligible for admission to the Graduate Emphasis in Film and Media Studies.

Students who are interested in pursuing the graduate emphasis should contact the Graduate Director to indicate their interest in applying for the emphasis. Application materials include:

  • an explanation of how their research and/or teaching will benefit from completing the Film and Media Studies Graduate Emphasis;
  • current CV;
  • brief letter of approval from the student’s primary advisor or program director;
  • names of Film and Media Studies core faculty with whom they have worked or plan to work. Applicants who are not yet acquainted with Film and Media Studies core faculty may name the Graduate Director.

Application
To be considered for the Film and Media Studies Graduate Emphasis, please submit an application. 

Questions? Please contact Amy Fujitani, Graduate Coordinator.