Cinema & Media Studies (CAMS) combines the critical study of moving image and sound media with digital video and audio production. Courses range from global and Hollywood film studies to narrative and documentary filmmaking, animation, television studio production and genre studies, moving image media installations, and writing for film and television. The integration of theory and practice is a guiding principle in the formulation of the curriculum, reflecting a liberal arts philosophy in which theory and practice are mutually informing.
Students pursuing a CAMS major work with faculty advisers to devise an optimum program of study integrating creative and collaborative thinking, critical analysis, primary research and media production. State-of-the-art production studios and labs provide ready access to the same production tools used by professionals, including DSL cameras and Adobe Premiere. The CAMS Production Office is an active center for majors, where equipment is accessed and production crews are recruited. Students regularly present their films to audiences on the big screen in the 250-seat cinema in the Weitz Center for Creativity, where the CAMS department is housed.
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These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Applicants should have at least: three or more years of English (with a stress on writing); two years of algebra and a year of geometry; two years of social science; and one year of a laboratory science. Most Carleton students go well beyond this minimum. The admissions committee is usually attracted to candidates who do honors or advanced placement work, when available. We also expect students to take two or more years of a foreign or classical language, unless it is not offered at their school. Students who take more courses in the subjects listed above are generally stronger candidates. But we may offer admission to an applicant of unusual ability and interest who has not taken all these courses. When we do, it is on the basis of his or her school record, scores on standardized tests, and recommendations of school officials. |
| Test Scores: | - Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 100] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Computer Based) [min. 250] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 600] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7.0]
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* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.