Cinema and Media StudiesMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts
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Cinema and Media StudiesMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Vancouver, CA. Tuition is CA$10,081.
About the program
Two-year program pursuing Cinema and Media Studies through coursework and a thesis project, focusing on theoretical, critical, and historical contexts with strengths in contemporary cinemas, media culture, film theory, cult cinema, documentary, early cinema, feminist media studies, national cinemas, television, and sound studies.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does Cinema and Media StudiesMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia cost?
- The total estimated tuition for Cinema and Media StudiesMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is CA$10,081 across 30 required credits.
- Is Cinema and Media StudiesMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia online or in-person?
- Cinema and Media StudiesMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is offered in-person.
- How long does Cinema and Media StudiesMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia take to complete?
- Cinema and Media StudiesMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
- What GPA is required for Cinema and Media StudiesMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia?
- Per the program's published guidance: B+ range (76% at UBC)
- How large is the Cinema and Media StudiesMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia cohort?
- Cinema and Media StudiesMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia typically enrolls around 10 students per cohort.