Why major in film and media studies at Missouri State?
Pros and experts teach your classes
Learn from faculty who are media veterans. They have expertise and years of professional experience.
Gain a global perspective on media
Build a strong foundation in media law, ethics and practices across the world.
Network with like-minded peers
Grow as you study among other creative storytellers and aspiring media pros.
Know the media process
Get involved in student-run media while in school. Have superb media literacy and experience by the time you graduate.
Career options with a film and media studies degree
Communication. Deep thinking. Problem-solving.
A degree in film and media studies gives you vital skills that translate to many careers.
You can work in fields like:
- Advertising
- Business
- Government
- Law
- Media
- Non-profit
- Writing
Not ready for the workforce? You’re also prepared to pursue a master’s degree in areas like mass communication and film studies.
Degree options
Review a sample degree plan that details your path to graduation. Both degrees require a minor or second major.
Complement your degree with the liberal arts. Take courses in foreign language, the fine arts and humanities, along with film and media.
Additional options
- Transfer
- Film studies minor
- Mass media minor
- Accelerated MPS, producing and screenwriting option
- Accelerated Master’s in communication
Explore a similar major
If you want to be hands-on and make films, consider the digital film and television production major.
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