Program Overview
The Writing for Screen & Television at University of Southern California is a Master programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Writing for Screen & Television programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 42,768 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 42,768 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Los Angeles, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Writing for Screen & Television programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Writing the Short Script
- Basic Dramatic Screenwriting
- Advanced Hour-Long Television Drama
- Advanced Half-Hour Television Comedy
- Practicum in Directing Actors for Film
- Graduate Writing Symposium
- Basic Dramatic Screenwriting
- Advanced Motion Picture Script Analysis
- Advanced Half-Hour Comedy Series Pilot
- Advanced Hour-Long Drama Series Pilot
- Practicum in Screenwriting
- Thesis in Half-Hour Television Comedy
- Thesis in Television Drama
- Practicum in Screenwriting
- Thesis in Half-Hour Television Comedy
- Thesis in Television Drama
- The Business of Writing for Screen and Television
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Cinematic Arts Supplemental Materials:
- Autobiographical Character Sketch
- Creative Challenges (A & B)
- Most Challenging Moment
- Writing Sample (Maximum of 10 pages)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Creative Portfolio List
- Letters of Recommendation (3)
Admission Requirements:
- Submit the General USC Graduate Application for Admission
- Submit Supplemental Materials via the SlideRoom Application
- Send Official Academic Transcripts
- Submit Official English Proficiency Test Scores (International Applicants Only)
- Apply for SCA Scholarships (Optional)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 42,768 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 42,768 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 42,768 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 42,768 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Southern California directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Southern California
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, United States
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months