Required Courses
FILM TV X 404
FILM TV X 404A
FILM TV X 476.95
FILM TV X 476.12B
Master the art of filmmaking. Learn the craft of directing through the process of producing an original short film.
UCLAxFilmFest 2024
Join us for the 8th annual UCLA Extension Film Festival, culminating in a screening and party at the historic LA Theatre, DTLA!
Taking courses and workshops really forces you to go out and start making small projects, building your way up to bigger shorts. It motivates you to just make something with your iPhone or DSLR and put it together to show in your next class. It’s a really empowering feeling that you don’t necessarily need all the budget, equipment, and people in the world. You can make something to take in to get feedback on and build off of each project you make.
Click below to view the required and elective courses, if applicable, for this program.
Complete 1 elective (4 units) from courses numbered X 400-499 in Film & TV and Screenwriting, or from the list of suggested electives below.
Directing students must have access to a digital video camera and computer with editing software. Editing software and hardware is available at a discount for UCLA Extension certificate students at the UCLA Store.
Certificate completion requires the production of several five-minute scenes and a short, thesis film. Students are responsible for their production costs.
All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.
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An internship in film and television can provide you with practical experience in a variety of job functions. Certificate students must complete a minimum of 12 units of program curriculum (3 courses) before completing the application for approval to enroll in an internship.
This certificate is approved for international students (F-1 student visa).
International students may begin the certificate program in fall or spring quarters only.
Students participating in courses offered solely by UCLA Extension must meet the English Language Requirements outlined below. Any international student interested in taking classes on UCLA’s main campus must adhere to the English Requirements outlined for UCLA courses.
Acceptable tests and minimum scores
Scores that are equal to or higher than the listed minimum scores from the following tests, taken within the past two years, can satisfy the English proficiency requirement.
While no other type of test score is accepted in general, students who are affected by test center closures may request an exception to submit an alternate test score.
International Baccalaureates (IB) students or students currently enrolled in an academic institution where the primary language of instruction is English may submit an official academic transcript or verification of enrollment from their school as proof of English proficiency.
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Directing students must have access to a digital video camera and computer with editing software. Editing software and hardware is available at a discount for UCLA Extension certificate students at the UCLA Store.
Certificate completion requires the production of several five-minute scenes and a short, thesis film. Students are responsible for their own production costs.
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