Film, Television, and Electronic Media AS-T Degree

The Associate in Science in Film, Television and Electronic Media for Transfer, also called the Film, Television & Electronic Media AS-T Degree, offers students a comprehensive lower division program that prepares them for entry-level jobs in film production companies, radio and television stations or multimedia businesses. This program enables students to transfer into a four-year program of study in film, television and electronic media.  Students in this program will gain a critical understanding of mass media, as well as practical skills in writing, producing, directing and editing films, videos, radio programs and other multimedia content.  Students earning this degree are well prepared for careers in motion picture production, radio and television broadcast and the electronic media.  

The Film, Television & Electronic Media AS-T degree is intended particularly for students who plan to complete a Bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a CSU campus.  Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major.

This AS-T degree requires students to meet both of the following requirements: 

1. Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following: 
   1. The Intersegmental GE Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University GE-Breadth Requirements (CSU GE-B). 
   2. A minimum of 18 semester units in a major or area of emphasis. All courses in the major or area of emphasis must be completed with a grade of "C" or better. 
2. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. 

There are no additional graduation requirements. Students should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information on university admission and transfer requirements. 

Learning Outcomes

1. Students will apply introductory analytical and production skills to the design and creation of content for film, television and electronic media with a focus on writing, storytelling, teamwork and leadership in preparation for further study at the university level.
2. Students will be prepared to transfer to a university for further study in film, television and electronic media production in preparation for employment in this field.
3. Students will be able to utilize the skills necessary to get entry level jobs or better in areas related to film and video development, production, post production and distribution.

Program Requirements

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 Units for the major may be double counted for CSU GE or IGETC, confer with Counselor

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 Elective units to reach 60 unit total must be CSU transferable, confer with Counselor.

Please refer to Associate Degree for Transfer (SB 1440).