
Media Studies
About the Program
Earn an Associate Degree for Transfer
The Associate in Science Degree for Transfer (AS-T) in Film, Television, and Media Studies emphasizes Media Studies, and will prepare you to transfer to a four-year university and for professional careers in a variety of media-related fields. The degree offers a strong foundation in the language, history, culture, and aesthetics of media.
What You'll Learn
- How to analyze, synthesize, and critique media languages and aesthetics
- Develop ability to interpret, evaluate, and analyze the wide variety of contexts and ideologies embedded within different media forms
- Knowledge of media history and technological innovation, including its effects upon the development of media as business and art form
- An analytical understanding of media's role in the shaping of cultural values and perceptions
Degrees & Certificates
View the list below for programs offered at Foothill. Then select a program map for a possible schedule that fulfills program and college requirements.
For program requirements and full course listings, view degrees and certificates information.
Associate in Science for Transfer Degree |
Certificate of Achievement (CA) |
Courses
Core Courses (9 Units)
JRNL 2 Mass Communications (5 units)
MDIA 1 Introduction to Film Studies (4 units) OR
MDIA 1H Honors Introduction to Film Studies (4 units)
Support Courses (20-21 Units)
Complete one courses from at least four of these five areas:
- Culture and Society
- Geography
- Economics
- Politics
- Humanities
See requirements for the degree for specific courses to choose.

Ron Herman, Division Dean Email: hermanron@fhda.edu |
Fine Arts & Communication Division |