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Screens are everywhere in the digital age and used as an important tool to educate, communicate and connect communities around the globe. Studying Screen Media will teach you how to make and distribute impactful screen content so that you can create meaningful stories and engender change in the world.

You will be mentored by award-winning staff who will help you to master contemporary screen practices in film, television and digital media.

Take advantage of USC’s industry-level equipment in the latest mobile and digital technologies and develop your practical skills by bringing your own ideas to life on screen. Tailor your studies to suit your interest with electives in photography, animation, writing, design, performance, communication, and business.

Explore the full range of Creative Industries majors and minors.

The Sreen Media Major can be selected in the Bachelor of Creative Industries, Bachelor of Communication, Bachelor of Design, and Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Creative Industries, Bachelor of Arts, and select double degrees that include the Bachelor of Arts.

The Screen Media Minor can be selected in the in the Bachelor of Creative Industries, Bachelor of Communication, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Arts, and select double degrees that include the Bachelor of Arts.

Major (8)

For a major in Screen Media, students must successfully complete 8 courses:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
CMN104 Writing for Children and Young Adults
CMN105 Writing the Short Story
CMN200 Communication and Thought
CMN202 Introduction to Marketing
CMN203 Communication Theory and Practice
DES231 Introduction to Creative Advertising
CMN300 Public Relations: Contemporary Perspectives
DES309 Introduction to Journalism

*Available to be studied online

Minor (4)

For a minor in Screen Media, students must successfully complete 4 courses:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
CMN105 Environment and Health
CMN117 Environmental Health Risk Management
CMN202 Planning and Environmental Law
CMN203 Professional Practice: Legal Frameworks and Issues

*Available to be studied online