At the completion of the degree Students will be able to understand the historical development of contemporary aesthetic, narrative, and industry practices of film and television At the completion of the degree Students will be able to conduct textual analysis of film and television formats and genres At the completion of the degree Students will be able to gather and interpret research from primary and secondary sources, such as trade journals, databases, and academic essays At the completion of the degree Students will be able to Demonstrate comprehension of how film and television are shaped by the global media economy (production, distribution, and exhibition) and by artistic and cultural forces. At the completion of the degree Students will be able to understand the working practices, standards, and collaboration necessary to the creative process of film and television At the completion of the degree Students will be able to participate in and contribute to a real world professional environment