BA in Film and Digital Media - International Film Studies in Chicago United States | Loyola University Chicago

Loyola's Film and Digital Media program provides hands-on learning with acclaimed industry professionals, including filmmakers, producers, programmers, and scholars. Through collaborative projects, students develop innovative media content tailored for diverse audiences and platforms. Whether working in our convergence studio or broadcasting at the campus radio station, students enjoy direct access to media firms for essential internships, practical experiences, and study abroad programs (in locations like Rome, Cannes, Puerto Rico, and Los Angeles), leading to career prospects. The curriculum examines how communication and interactive media evolve across platforms and regions, transitioning from traditional cinema to mobile devices in digital and eco-conscious settings.
International Film Studies immerses students in worldwide media markets, teaching programming analysis, review writing, distribution strategies, curation techniques, film history, and industry careers
Film and Media Production equips students with both theoretical knowledge and technical expertise for creating films, digital videos, and virtual productions
Aligned with Loyola's Jesuit and Catholic principles of social responsibility and ethical conduct, the program fosters community engagement and service-learning, balancing practical media creation with academic study to cultivate insightful media professionals and critics.