Study the creative media industries to develop professional skills and knowledge in film, television and radio
Cinema and media arts explores human communication through film, video, audio, digital arts and interactive media. Students in this field learn to act creatively, expressing their ideas through light, motion, color, sound and more. They are also challenged to think critically through the interpretation of media in cultural and historical contexts.
The Communication Arts: Cinema & Media Arts option prepares students for careers in radio, film and television through courses in audio and video production, screenwriting, narrative, film history and more. Students study the creative media industries in-depth, developing the professional skills and knowledge that employers and graduate schools look for. With a focus on real-world learning, students get hands-on experience in our video and audio editing studios and may elect to intern at one of the high-profile media outlets in the area.
Students must complete all of the Communication Arts major requirements and will work with their academic advisor to select courses that also satisfy option requirements.
Students must complete all of the Communication Arts major requirements. The option in Cinema and Media Arts consists of 24 credits as distributed below. Courses may be used toward the Communication Arts Degree requirements as well as the Cinema and Media Arts option. Courses applied to the option must be completed with a minimum grade of C- and overall GPA of 2.0. Transfer students must complete a minimum of 12 credits at UNH Manchester.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| I. Select three of the following: | 12 | |
CA 500 | Media Writing | |
CA 512 | Screenwriting | |
CA 514 | Fundamentals of Video Production | |
CA 515 | Advanced Video Production | |
CA 517 | Fundamentals of Audio Prod | |
CA 518 | Advanced Topics in Digital Media Production 1 | |
CA 519 | Advanced Screenwriting | |
CA 520 | Special Topics in Applied Communication 1 | |
| II. Select two of the following: | 8 | |
CA 501 | Internship/Communication in the Urban Community 1 | |
CA 502 | Image and Sound | |
CA 527 | History of Film | |
CA 550 | Special Topics in Communication Organization, History, and Policy 1 | |
| III. Select one of the following: | 4 | |
CA #600 | Research Methods in Media | |
CA 612 | Narrative | |
CA 615 | Film History/Theory and Method | |
CA 618 | Documentary | |
CA 795 | Independent Study 1 | |
| Total Credits | 24 | |
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For more information, contact Jeff Klenotic, program coordinator, at (603) 641-4130 or jeffrey.klenotic@unh.edu, or contact the Office of Admissions, (603) 641-4150.
As a communication arts major, you’ll have access to state-of-the-art sound recording and video production studios, a high-definition editing lab and a brand-new digital media screening room with surround sound.
From script to screen, bring your work to life in our state-of-the-art video studio and editing lab. Explore the artistry of digital media with high-definition cameras, green screen technology and industry standard editing software.
The audio studio gives you the tools to record, edit and produce your original projects. Equipped with a digital recording booth, editing stations, control room and more, the studio is your haven for both audio and video production.
Our campus is in the heart of the region’s cultural, economic, entertainment and government activity — putting unlimited internship opportunities at your doorstep. We’ve partnered with local businesses to give you the real-world experience that sets you apart. Communication arts majors have interned at many high-profile organizations in the area, including:
UNH Manchester students can now enroll in graphic design courses at New Hampshire Institute of Art (NHIA) at no additional cost. NHIA's series of design courses complements and adds breadth to the communication arts curriculum, so you graduate with additional skills that set you apart in the workforce.
Communication arts majors gain the interpersonal and communication skills that employers in all industries look for. With a highly flexible curriculum and the ability to personalize your studies, your communication arts degree will open doors to unlimited career and graduate education opportunities.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects positive growth in many communications-related professions between 2012 and 2024. Make an impact with career possibilities in any industry, from media to healthcare, education, counseling and beyond.
| Job Title | Job Growth | Average Salary |
| Film/Video Editor or Camera Operator | 11% | $58,900 |
| Graphic Designer | 1% | $46,900 |
| Multimedia Artist or Animator | 6% | $63,970 |
| Producer or Director | 9% | $68,440 |
| Writer or Author | 2% | $60,250 |
Add breadth to your degree with a communication arts minor, giving you the interpersonal and communication skills that will set you apart to employers in any industry.
In partnership with the New Hampshire community colleges below, we've developed curriculum guides to show you which courses at your community college will transfer into UNH Manchester's communication arts program.
Click on a community college below to see transferable communication arts requirements.
Questions? Contact an admission counselor for help.