BSc in Motion Picture Science in Rochester United States | Rochester Institute of Technology

The field of motion picture science merges imaging technology and engineering with creative arts to drive advancements in film, television, and animation. Can you recall a recent movie or series that truly stayed with you? The brilliant creators behind today's most engaging content blend scientific expertise with storytelling passion to bring visual media to life. RIT's Bachelor of Science in Motion Picture Science offers an engineering-focused education in the core imaging technologies powering the entertainment industry. This unique program combines film production courses from the College of Art and Design with imaging science curriculum from the College of Science, equipping students with both artistic and technical skills for careers in film, TV, and animation. Key areas of study include:

Capturing images on film and digital formats
Scanning film media
Digital image processing
Color theory and application
Visual effects creation
Both digital and conventional projection methods
State-of-the-art facilities allow students to work with professional-grade equipment currently used in Hollywood productions.

Through research, creative problem-solving, and critical analysis, students learn to navigate complex production challenges while working within real-world limitations of resources, time, and technology.