An internship in film and television can provide you with practical experience in a variety of job functions. Certificate students must complete a minimum of 12 units of program curriculum (3 courses) before completing the application for approval to enroll in an internship.
This program is perfect for...
- Individuals pursuing a career in entertainment development
- Individuals pursuing a career as an entertainment acquisition executive
- Individuals pursuing a career as a creative producer for film and television
- Entertainment professionals looking to expand their expertise to development
What you can learn.
- The development cycle and how it affects the production of content
- How to develop compelling stories
- How to write coverage
- How to make a project attractive to potential buyers
About this program.
The Film and TV Development Certificate is ideal for those interested in becoming development or acquisitions executives and creative producers in the Film and TV industry.
After taking a series of four foundation courses, you'll learn specific skills that can prepare you for entry-level positions in the industry. You will gain an understanding of how to write coverage, develop compelling stories, and make a project attractive to potential buyers.
What our certificates have done for our students.
85%
feel a certificate helped them enhance their careers
1 in 4
received a salary increase after starting a certificate program
50%
switched careers after completing a certificate program
85%
recommend a certificate program to others
Source: UCLA Extension Certificate Graduates Survey
Courses
Click below to view the required and elective courses, if applicable, for this program.
Required Courses
Elective Courses
Complete 3 electives (12 units) from courses numbered X 400-499 in Film and TV, Screenwriting, or Music. Below is a list of suggested electives.
Suggested Electives
Suggested Prerequisites
The program is open for enrollment in any quarter for both domestic and international students (F-1 student visa).
Estimated Cost Breakdown
All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.
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The Certificate in Film and TV Development is approved for international students (F-1 student visa).
International students may begin the certificate program in any quarter.
International applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting test scores from either TOEFL, IELTS or iTEP. Some applicants may be exempt from this requirement if certain criteria are met.
English language proficiency (minimum*):
- TOEFL iBT: 83
- IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall
- iTEP Academic-Plus: 4.5
*Admitted international students whose test scores are below 100 on TOEFL iBT, 7.0 on the IELTS Academic, or 5.1 on the iTEP Academic-Plus will be required to take 1-2 supplemental English as a Second Language courses.
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