COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Film & Television Production at University of Colorado Denver offers an intensive, cohort-based curriculum that combines creative storytelling, technical production, and professional filmmaking experience across all stages of film and television production. Students begin with foundational courses in film theory, scriptwriting, lighting, sound, editing, production design, and television culture before progressing into advanced subjects such as cinematography, documentary production, producing, episodic television writing, TV studio production, and senior thesis filmmaking. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning through collaborative projects where students work on short films, documentaries, television productions, and group productions while gaining practical experience with professional-grade equipment and post-production tools. Courses such as Production I and II, Acting for the Screen, Sound for Film and TV, Cinematic Arts History, and Junior and Senior Project Production help students develop both artistic and technical expertise in directing, filming, editing, and storytelling. The program also includes upper-division electives that allow students to specialize further in areas of interest within film and television. Designed to mirror real industry environments, the curriculum encourages teamwork, creative problem-solving, and portfolio development, preparing graduates for careers in filmmaking, television production, editing, cinematography, screenwriting, and digital media. Students graduate with a strong professional portfolio showcasing their individual and collaborative projects, along with a solid understanding of both the historical and practical aspects of cinematic arts. The program’s immersive structure, mentorship from industry professionals, and focus on experiential learning provide students with the skills and experience needed for entry-level roles in the entertainment and media industries or for advanced graduate study in film and television.