Department of
CINEMATIC ARTS
ABOUT
The Department of Cinematic Arts (CCA) prepares a new generation of innovators, storytellers, and leaders to succeed in film, television, and digital emergent technologies. We are proud to be ranked by The Wrap as a top 25 film school in the country.
Undergraduate Degree:
Undergraduates earning the Bachelor of Science in Communication (B.S.C) in Motion Pictures may select from the following tracks: Studio, Production, Screenwriting, Television Writing, Business, or Critical Studies. A Motion Pictures minor is available.
Graduate Degrees:
Graduate students in the Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) in Motion Pictures Program specialize in production, screenwriting, or producing with the goal of mastering innovative work rooted in collaboration. The Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) in Documentary Program offers a unique curriculum with combined focus on cinematic arts and journalism and provides students with immersive learning opportunities in international documentary production.
State-of-the-Art Facilities:
Our campus boasts cutting-edge facilities that mirror the professional environments our students will encounter in their future careers. The School of Communication equipment room is fully stocked with mics, lights, tripods, VR headsets, and top-of-the-line of cameras including R3D, Blackmagic and Arri Alexa. With a 40’ x 40’ film studio, foley rooms, post-production and editing suites to media labs, you’ll have access to the tools and resources you need to bring your vision to life.
Global Connections:
Cinema is a universal language, and we encourage our students to explore its nuances around the world. Through study abroad programs in Guatemala, Japan, Czech Republic, and Greece, you can gain a global perspective of motion pictures under the guidance of film professionals.
Distinguished Faculty:
Our faculty includes award-winning filmmakers, screenwriters, and scholars who are passionate about nurturing the next generation of cinematic talent. They are not just instructors; they’re mentors and collaborators.
Trailblazing Graduates:
Our alumni have found success across the motion picture industry working for companies such as Apple, Warner Bros, Amazon Studios, Disney, Paramount, Netflix, Lightstorm Entertainment, Sony Pictures Entertainment, HBO, CNN Films, 20th Century Fox, NBCUniversal, ABC, PBS, NPR, UTA, CCA, WME as well as for several leading independent media companies around the world.
The Miami Advantage:
Study in the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic and culturally diverse cities. Here, you’ll find inspiration at every corner – from the vibrant Art Deco architecture of South Beach to the rich cultural heritage of Little Havana. Miami’s unique blend of cultures and influences provides an unmatched backdrop for cinematic exploration.
SPECIAL TOPICS COURSES
Please consider the following Special Topics course offerings from the Department of Cinematic Arts. Consult Canelink, the instructor of record, and/or your academic advisor for more information.
LATEST NEWS
Film Professor Shares 4 Must-Watch LGBTQ Media for Pride 2024
In celebration of Pride Month 2024, Dr. Alfred Martin, associate professor in the Department of Cinematic Arts, shares four must-watch LGBTQ films and shows. Dr. Martin, a scholar of Media Studies, has authored several books including The Generic Closet: Black Gayness and the Black-Cast Sitcom as well as Rolling: Blackness and Mediated Comedy. His course, Queer Media Studies, equips students [...]
Featured Projects
A few of our motion pictures projects, all done by our very own students and faculty.