Areas of Study: Photography & Film
The BFA in Photography and Film is the only professional degree in photography and film in the region. Students graduate with a BFA and may focus on still photography, filmmaking, or both.
Each semester film majors produce, direct, shoot and edit their short dramatic, experimental, or documentary films. While here, students gain experience as part of a crew, and many intern with local businesses and organizations.
Photography majors gain the technical and conceptual skills they need to begin a career as a professional artist or a commercial photographer. Emphasis is placed on individual artistic expression and investigation. Coursework includes study of professional, industry standard working practices.
What's the difference in the Cinema major and the film focus of the Photography and Film major?
Cinema offers a BA degree. Students learn to create narrative films and work in teams. Emphasis on writing, casting, directing, camera work, editing, etc.
Photography and Film offers a BFA degree. Students work individually to create experimental films and documentaries.
A BA is a liberal-arts based, general arts degree; 1/3 focus on major, 2/3 focus on liberal arts and sciences
A BFA is a professional studio-based degree, 2/3 focus on major, 1/3 focus on liberal arts and sciences
How to Apply to the Department of Photography and Film, BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts)
To be considered for entry in the Photography and Film major as a sophomore, all applicants must complete the freshman year Art Foundation Program. Submit a visual portfolio, recommendation form, and completed VCU application.
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http://www.vcu.edu/arts/photofilm/dept/
