Los Angeles,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MFA in Production - Directing in Los Angeles United States | University of California, Los Angeles
University of California, Los Angeles
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Los Angeles United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,509
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Master of Fine Arts in Production with a Directing focus offers a demanding three-year course for future directors. The initial year of the Production/Directing track establishes core skills, engaging students in team-based film creation that spans scriptwriting through final editing. During the second year, personalized faculty guidance takes center stage, helping students refine their unique artistic vision across multiple media types while exploring film theory and sophisticated production methods. The final year centers on an immersive thesis project, whether documentary or fiction-based, with additional elective options available for those seeking broader creative exploration.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited institution comparable in standard and content to a bachelors degree from the University of California An overall scholastic average of B 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or better is required IELTS 7.0 TOEFL IBT 87 TOEFL PBT 560 Have at least a 3.0 GPA
Satisfy the University of Californias Graduate Admission Requirements
Complete equivalent to a 4year US bachelors degree Upload the Statement of Purpose
Submit a 12 page document
Upload Short Film Treatment
Submit a 1-3 page document
For more information on writing a Short Film Treatment Click Here
Upload Unofficial copies of all Transcripts
Submit Three Letters of Recommendation
Tuition
USD
24,509