Film & Video Degrees in Oklahoma

The University of Oklahoma

• The film studies course offered by the University of Oklahoma has a focus on film theory and history, but graduate careers in production are possible. Coursework ranges from film movements such as neorealism to the work of individual film directors. A degree in filmmaking, photography, and video is also offered and teaches students the skills to create work on digital video and 16-mm film. Students are encouraged to take-up internships at film companies in Los Angeles, New York or locally in Oklahoma, and there is a Student Film Production Club on campus that allows students to gain hands-on filmmaking experience.

  660 Parrington Oval

  Norman, OK 73019-0390

  (405) 325-0311

  www.ou.edu

The University of Tulsa

• The University of Tulsa's Film and Cinema program concentrates on production and creativity and allows students to produce a short film or moving image piece. Students complete compulsory courses in film theory and history before selecting nine elective modules. The program equips students with the knowledge and skill to continue onto a graduate degree or to enter jobs in academics, film production and other media related work.

  800 South Tucker Dr.

  Tulsa, OK 74104-3189

  (918) 631-2307

  www.utulsa.edu

Oklahoma City University

• Oklahoma City University runs two degree programs in film: film studies or film production. Both degrees provide the theory and history to allow students to contextualise all their work and each allow a selection of interdisciplinary elective courses. The Film Studies degree allows for greater study of films, language and cultural influence, whereas the film production degree emphasises the specifics of film production, including sound recording, lighting and editing. Faculty staff include film academics and industry professionals.

  2501 North Blackwelder Ave.

  Oklahoma City, OK 73106-1493

  (405) 208-5000

  www.okcu.edu

Oral Roberts University

• Tulsa's Oral Roberts University runs the Multimedia Communications Program, a degree that equips students with the theory and production skills for the digital film and media industry. The program trains students in the use of multimedia software, including the latest post-production names such as Final Cut Pro. Students gain experience in a range of production techniques, from scriptwriting to DVD creation. Students also participate in a field trip to the National Association of Broadcasters convention in Las Vegas, and some are allowed to study film production further at the Los Angeles Film Studies Program.

  7777 South Lewis Ave.

  Tulsa, OK 74171

  (918) 495-6161

  www.oru.edu