The MFA in Producing for Film and Television is a 43-unit, low-residency, terminal degree that can be completed in 4 terms (just under two years). It is designed specifically for individuals who wish to fully immerse themselves in all aspects of producing film and television assets.
Students will create media projects while learning how content is developed, pitched and sold to networks and studios.
Mount Saint Mary’s University is regionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Degree Requirements
The Master of Fine Arts in Producing for Film and Television is a 43-unit terminal degree comprised of the following requirements:
- Foundations (12 units)
- Producing Specific Courses (13 units)
- Electives (6 units)
- Thesis (12 units)
- Mid-Program Review and Thesis Proposal
- Final Review and Oral Defense
A minimum of 43 units is required to complete the program.
Foundations (12 Units)
To be taken in the first year. Students are required to complete the Foundations courses prior to their Mid-Program Review and enrollment in Thesis.
Producing Core (12 Units)
Complete at least 12 units from the following:
| FLM 240A | Producing 1: Production Management | 3 |
| FLM 240B | Producing 2: The Indie Feature | 3 |
FLM 2XX
| Elective | 3 |
FLM 2XX
| Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Electives (7 Units)
Electives may be chosen from the Film, Creative Writing, Photography, Journalism, Business or Humanities graduate course offerings (7 Units).
Note: Electives must be at the graduate level (2XX) to count toward your degree. Individual instructor permission may be required for some courses.
FLM 2XX
| Elective | 3 |
CRW 2XX
| Elective | 1-3 |
PHO 2XX
| Elective | |
JRN 2XX
| Elective | |
HUM 2XX
| Elective | 1-3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 7 |
Thesis & Reviews (12 Units)
Students are required to complete a minimum of 12 units of thesis work.
Note: Students must first complete all Foundation courses prior to beginning Thesis work.
FLM 299A Thesis 1 (4 Units)
- Student selects Thesis Committee members, develops and presents a Mid-Point Review & Thesis Proposal (FLM 298A).
FLM 299B Thesis 2 (4 Units)
- Student continues working with Thesis Committee, completing agreed upon milestones and requirements.
FLM 299C Thesis 3 (4 Units)
- Student completes all milestones and requirements with Thesis Committee, culminating in a Final Review and Oral Defense.
*Curriculum and courses are subject to change without notice.