Cinema & Media Arts – Production (BFA)

In York University’s Cinema & Media Arts – Production (BFA) program, students learn the art of filmmaking from every angle—whether it’s directing, cinematography, editing or sound design. Learners dive into the world of storytelling, creating projects that inspire, entertain and make a difference. With the support of experienced faculty and access to top-notch facilities, this program sets graduates up for an exciting career in film, TV, digital media and beyond.

Foundational courses in production and screenwriting lead to specialized courses in directing, cinematography, editing, sound, production management and production design. With extensive opportunities for collaboration and networking, including a field placement option, students work with professional actors in world-class facilities on campus and at Cinespace Film Studios to create short fiction, documentary and experimental films. Working in crews and learning how to collaborate creatively is one of the most important experiences of the 4-year program. Courses in film history and cinema theory empower students to develop their ability not only to make moving images but to think, talk and write about them, and to understand the historical and theoretical framework in which they are produced.

What You’ll Learn

• Directing actors for the screen.
• Documentary workshop.
• Fiction workshop.
• Introduction to filmmaking.
• Screenwriting fundamentals.
• Cinematography.
• Editing.
• Sound.