Qualifications
Overview
Introductory film studies is directed towards gaining a deeper critical understanding of film and how it is currently being expanded by contemporary film-makers and artists. Students will look at seminal examples from early cinema, formative and contemporary practice.
The first-year course is a balance of contemporary film practice alongside teaching basic procedures of moving image through industry skills.
Advanced studies begin introducing the processes and skills associated with film production, and lead to a practical consideration of action, narrative, and performance in contemporary moving image.
There is strong competition for places in the Intermediate Year (first year) of the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) – see the degree page for information on entry requirements and how to apply.
Courses
UC offers a major in Film as part of the Bachelor of Fine Arts.
Film major
Courses towards the Film major begin in your second year. To complete the major you will need to take the following courses throughout the degree:
200-level
- FILM 211 Film 2A
- FILM 212 Film 2B
- One 200-level ARTH or CINE course
300-level
- FILM 311 Film 3
- Two optional courses from Bachelor of Arts subjects at any level
At least one 300-level ARTH or CINE course must be completed if you want to be eligible for Honours in your fourth year.
400-level
- FILM 411 Film 4
- Two optional courses from Bachelor of Arts subjects at any level
Students completing their fourth year at Honours level will take FINA 450 Honours Research instead of the 400-level courses above.
Career opportunities
Film graduates have gained employment as film and television directors and producers, journalists, consultants, art critics, documentary makers, art historians, lecturers, and media arts teachers.
Find out more about what you can do with a degree in Fine Arts.
Contact us
Ilam School of Fine Arts | Te Kura Kōwaiwai
Phone +64 3 369 3377
Email [email protected]
Location
Fine Arts building, Block 2 – see campus maps
Postal address
College of Arts | Te Rāngai Toi Tangata
University of Canterbury | Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha
Private Bag 4800
Christchurch 8140
New Zealand