Tallahassee,
FL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate Program in Digital Video Production in Tallahassee United States | Florida State University
Florida State University
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Tallahassee United States
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
9,997
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
6 months
The Digital Video Certificate Program addresses the evolving technological environment of today's media-driven society. With video production tools—from cameras to editing software—becoming more affordable and advanced, the line between content creators and audiences is fading. Video capture devices are now ubiquitous, ranging from webcams to smartphones and digital cameras with video capabilities. Both major operating systems include basic editing software like iMovie or MovieMaker.
Alongside the spread of video technology, distribution channels have also expanded. From online streaming to DIY DVDs, video creation has expanded beyond professional studios, reaching businesses, nonprofits, and independent artists. Digital media production is no longer exclusive to large corporations but is flourishing in diverse settings. However, academic institutions have yet to fully adapt. Current students often must choose between intensive film production degrees or theoretical research programs. This certificate bridges that gap, equipping graduate students with essential video production skills applicable across fields. Potential participants include visual anthropologists, ethnographers, marketers, entrepreneurs, and digital artists.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Students are encouraged to apply to the certificate program before taking any program courses, however, students may still apply before completing their first program course. Students must apply and be admitted to the graduate certificate program before completing one or more of the advanced Digital Video classes, including RTV 5325 Documentary Video Production and VIC 5006 Visual Communication.
Students admitted to the certificate program currently must be enrolled as graduate students or 'special (non-degree seeking) students at Florida State University (FSU), or enrolled in affiliated institutions. FSU graduate students need a minimum GPA of 3.0 in all graduate work for admission into the program. For special students, a Bachelors degree is required with a cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0 (or a minimum GRE composite score of 1000 on the previous GRE scale, or a minimum verbal GRE score of 148 and a minimum quantitative GRE score of 144 on the current GRE scale).. Under special circumstances, a student not meeting these requirements may be admitted to the certificate program by the program administrator upon a positive evaluation of the student's prior education and work experience.
Internet based TOEFL (IBTOEFL): 80
Paper based TOEFL (TOEFL): 550
International English Language Testing System (Academic IELTS): 6.5
Students admitted to the certificate program currently must be enrolled as graduate students or 'special (non-degree seeking) students at Florida State University (FSU), or enrolled in affiliated institutions. FSU graduate students need a minimum GPA of 3.0 in all graduate work for admission into the program. For special students, a Bachelors degree is required with a cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0 (or a minimum GRE composite score of 1000 on the previous GRE scale, or a minimum verbal GRE score of 148 and a minimum quantitative GRE score of 144 on the current GRE scale).. Under special circumstances, a student not meeting these requirements may be admitted to the certificate program by the program administrator upon a positive evaluation of the student's prior education and work experience.
Internet based TOEFL (IBTOEFL): 80
Paper based TOEFL (TOEFL): 550
International English Language Testing System (Academic IELTS): 6.5
Tuition
USD
9,997