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Bachelor of Cinematic Arts and Technology

Sonoma State University

Rohnert Park, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Film, video and digital media production degree with internships and portfolio work.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop and communicate creative or design work informed by Cinematic Arts and Technology. Apply relevant practical techniques
research methods and critical feedback. Reflect on audiences
presentation standards and responsible creative practice.

Career outcomes

Film and video production
directing and producing
cinematography
video editing and post-production
screenwriting
production design
media marketing and communications
entertainment and talent management

Curriculum

Hands-on production in camera operation
audio
editing and post-production combined with study of film
media and visual storytelling. Students develop a professional portfolio through internships and real-world projects. Course names and units are on a linked plan of study.

Entry requirements

Academic

High school completion meeting the CSU A-G course pattern with C or higher (transcripts evaluated by an approved service) plus English proof and first-year financial support.

Accepted academic background

High school diploma meeting A-G course pattern (15 year-long courses, C or higher), transcripts evaluated by SpanTran/WES; transfer: college coursework evaluated

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 61
TOEFL PBT 500
PTE Academic 47
Cambridge 170
Duolingo 110
IELTS Academic 6

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Secondary Qualification Certificate
Passport Copy
Language Proficiency Results (where applicable)

How to apply

Review the chosen program's academic and language requirements. Prepare academic transcripts
qualification documents and any course-specific supporting materials. Submit the admission application and pay the application fee if required. Follow the institution's instructions for accepting an offer and meeting any enrollment conditions.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$22,223 USD
Application fee	$70 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Rohnert Park
Faculty or school	College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	International-student scholarship and merit opportunities may be available; qualification, GPA and award conditions apply.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
30 Apr 2027
167 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.