The academic rigor of the proposal should be at least equal to that expected of other communication concentrations. A minimum of 27 units must be upper division. The interdisciplinary proposal must be submitted and approved no later than the first semester of the junior year. No exceptions will be made. In addition to our film production courses offered on campus, Biola is able to offer a full semester of intensive study of film and the film industry through the Los Angeles Film Studies Program of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities.
Students live and study in the Hollywood area for either the fall or spring semester.
In addition to a variety of film related courses, each student is also registered for an academic internship within the film industry. Efforts are made to interrelate all aspects of the program, including opportunity to visit studios and production locations, participate in critical film reviews, and interact with guest speakers and spokespersons. See program description under Special Programs area. The curriculum presents a balance of theory and practice throughout the semester long program. The cost of the program is similar to that of a semester on campus at Biola.