Associate of Arts Degree (Film)

Associate Degree 2 Years On-Campus United States
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About This Programme

Our Film program specializes in film and media studies, film history and criticism, and the new global media culture. Individuals may obtain an A.A. in Film, which trains them in the history, theory and craft of diverse styles of film art. Many graduates continue their education at a four-year university, majoring in subjects such as film, television, digital media or theater. Analyze and respond critically to film form and film style. Demonstrate knowledge of important directors, genres and movements in the history of film art. Discover the artistic style in filmmaking. This course is designed to give students the chance to experiment and explore their aesthetic and professional goals as they begin to shoot quickly and expressively right from the very first day. Students will collaborate on a series of short film projects that will explore everything from basic story structure, screenplay analysis and director’s preparation. Students will learn how to effectively communicate with actors and crew as well as shoot and edit several short projects. Upon completion of this course, students will deepen and enhance their visual storytelling skills.

Career Path

Upon graduation, our students pursue various career paths, such as independent filmmakers, commercial filmmakers, documentary filmmakers, artist filmmakers, directors, producers, production designers, cinematographers, scriptwriters, editors, location managers, researchers, post-production specialists, and more.

Eligibility Requirements
Post Study Work Visa
Post Study Work Visa availability - YES
Admission Requirements
We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to College of San Mateo below

1. WASSCE/A level Certificate

2. School Transcript

3. Passport

4. Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement
College of San Mateo will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12 year education or English is designated as the primary and official language, and the principle language of instruction.

If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit  

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Programme Details
Associate Degree Level
2 Years Duration
On-Campus Mode
United States Country
Intakes
January, 2026
May, 2025 → November, 2025
Closed
September, 2026
May, 2025 → July, 2026
Open
January, 2027
May, 2026 → November, 2026
Likely Open
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