Admission Requirements
To apply, you must have either:
- Two years of college
- Two years of work experience in film, video, theater or scriptwriting.
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- Ability to work successfully in diverse team environments
- Ability to work as a contributing member of an assigned team to complete film production assignments and a film capstone project.
TIME COMMITMENT
In addition to the weekly class and assigned online tutorials, you’ll need to spend time outside class producing your film projects, and most shoots are on weekends. The number of hours will vary greatly depending on individual student goals.
English Proficiency
If English is not your native language, you should have at least intermediate English skills to enroll. To learn more, see English Language Proficiency Requirements – Noncredit Programs.
International Students
To enroll, international students must have a visa that permits study in the United States. This program does not enable students to obtain or maintain F-1 visa status. For more information, see Admission Requirements for International Students.
Technology Requirements
- Access to a computer with a high-speed internet connection
- An external hard drive (2 Terabyte minimum) for media storage
- Video camera*
*Camera type not specific. Previous students have used professional video cameras, DLSRs and iPhones. Students who are unable to provide their own computer or video equipment will have the option of borrowing equipment from the UW Student Technology Loan Program
Earning the Certificate
You earn the certificate by adhering to the program's attendance policy and successfully completing all required courses. For more information, see Earning the Certificate.