BA in Radio, Television and Film in San Jose United States | San Jose State University

The Department of Film and Theatre equips students with the skills needed for thriving careers and influential positions in performance and media arts. We cultivate exceptional talent across various disciplines including media production, directing, acting, screenwriting, design, cinematography, and technical roles. As one of the nation's most significant economic drivers, the entertainment sector wields substantial cultural influence. Creating impactful media that shapes societal conversations demands a comprehensive liberal arts foundation. Our department is led by accomplished industry professionals and award-winning creators who provide hands-on mentorship. Dedicated to fostering artistic diversity, we expose students to a wide range of cultural perspectives and artistic traditions. Graduates leave with the essential skills to immediately enter the entertainment field or pursue advanced studies.

The Radio-Television-Film BA program nurtures creative vision and artistic development within a challenging academic framework. This immersive curriculum prioritizes practical, project-based learning using cutting-edge facilities and professional production techniques. Students master television/film production, screenwriting, media studies, and audio production while building a strong theoretical foundation. Our media studies component examines the historical, cultural, and critical dimensions of broadcasting and film. Throughout the program, students gain real-world experience through Spartan Studios (our on-campus production facility), television/film direction opportunities, film festival internships, and media projects spanning from the Bay Area to global locations.