Cinema, Religion, and Worldview (M.A.)
This program is designed to give students a deep understanding of the cooperative relationship between visual communication, theological studies, and audience research. Students will learn hands-on filmmaking skills, study the principles of captivating storytelling, and practice the process of effective audience analysis. Their training will be integrated with an understanding of foundational theology, equipping students to deeply impact their chosen audiences with a clear message. Using cutting-edge technology, students in this program will be prepared to create high-quality films and new media projects that communicate the principles of the gospel and of important social and environmental issues. Courses will cover the filmmaking process, including scripting and pre-production, filming and post-production, and various distribution methods and business models in the field. Additional classes will provide an understanding of communication theory, research, audience analysis, and the effective use of new and online media. Coursework in essential theology and creative mission outreach, will grant students a strong foundation on which to base the stories they tell. Students will end this program prepared for leadership positions in and out of the church, and equipped to tell powerful visual stories on important world issues.
Degree Requirements
Core Courses
Electives
Electives must be chosen from:
| COMM 501 | NARRATIVE STRUCTURE AND SCREENWRITING | 3 |
| COMM 565 | WEB MINISTRY | 2 |
| COMM 579 | DIRECTED STUDY/PROJECT | 1-2: 2 |
| GRPH 563 | Web Design and Management | 3 |
| MGMT 575 | Entrepreneurship and Small Business and Management | 4 |