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Cinema and Photography B.F.A

Cinema and photography students practice and gain skills in photographic and cinematographic production such as screenwriting, shooting, directing, sound design, motion graphics, editing, as well as in specific fields of production such as commercial, editorial, documentary, and photojournalism production. The program provides students with professional competency and critical analysis skills in preparation for today’s merged media environment. From reflected lights to the red carpet, from darkrooms to drone videography, exciting careers in cinema, television, and photography await this program’s graduates.

The B.F.A. in Cinema and Photography degree program provides students with practical experience and professional fluency in visual storytelling, composition, and project development, as well as in new platforms for lens-based expressions that are transforming the industry and culture. The program structure is hands-on and production-intensive, preparing students for professional careers or for pursuing graduate study.

The B.A. in Cinema and Photography degree offers a multi-faceted approach to studying cinema and photography in practice and theory. Students study lens-based media as an academic discipline while gaining complementary professional skills in photographic and cinematographic production. Through hands-on assignments, screenings, and by critically analyzing the industry’s past, present, and future, students gain a comprehensive approach to lens-based media for a professional career or for furthering their education with a graduate degree.

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

You’ll find a wide range of roles available directly through RMU’s career portal, across faculty, staff, and student positions. Here's a quick breakdown:

Part-Time Faculty: Roles in areas like Communication & Organizational Leadership, English & Media Arts, History, and Nursing (BSN program)
Athletics & Recreation: Positions such as Assistant Coach (Strength & Conditioning, Men’s Ice Hockey), Athletic Trainer, Game Day Media/Video Operations, Ice Crew, and Club Sports Multimedia Manager
Facilities & Maintenance: HVAC Maintenance Worker IV and Utility Worker (custodial/environmental services)
Administrative & Specialized Staff: Financial Analyst, Compliance and NIL Coordinator, Associate Athletic Director for Compliance, Police Officer (Campus Police)
Student Worker Roles: Guest Services Associate, Pro Shop Associate, Sports Dome Associate at Island Sports Center, plus plenty of other student and event-based roles

Career Support & Employer Engagement

RMU empowers both job seekers and employers through its Career and Professional Development Center:

For Students & Alumni: Offers workshops, resume help, interview prep, career fairs each semester, access to Handshake for job listings, and networking events
For Employers: Tools include the ability to post jobs on Handshake, participate in career fairs, conduct on-campus interviews, host workshops, and launch internship programs

PSW Opportunity

Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.

Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).

STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.

Contact our PSA counselor for more information

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Scores from an approved English language exam (we accept TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Duolingo) Minimum scores required are as follows:

TOEFL - 55 ibt
IELTS (Academic) - 5.5 overall band score
Duolingo English Test (DET) - 90
PTE - 42
A score of 540 or higher on the SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section may be accepted in lieu of an approved English language exam.

For More Information About Admission Requirements / Eligibility Criteria Please Contact To Our PSA Counselor.

Robert Morris University

Moon Township , Pennsylvania ,United States