LITERATURE OF THEATRE FILM & TELEVISION
Have you ever been moved to tears by a film or left deep in thought after a powerful stage play? Behind every masterpiece that touches hearts lies a well-crafted script and the creative minds who write them. The major in Drama, Film, and Television Literature is where such storytellers are born and nurtured.
Program Introduction
The Literature of Theatre Film & Television program aims to cultivate professionals with strong theoretical knowledge, creative skills, and analytical capabilities in drama and film literature. Through systematic study, students will gain expertise ranging from literary foundations to screenplay writing and film criticism, equipping them for careers in broadcasting, television, film, performing arts organizations, and relevant industries.
Educational Objectives
The overall goal of this program is to train versatile professionals who meet the evolving demands of the times and the cultural industry. Graduates should be able to:
- Engage in the creation and planning of programs, plays, films, and television productions in broadcasting, television, cinema, and performing arts institutions.
- Conduct research in drama and film literature.
- Work in publicity departments of enterprises, film production companies, and media organizations.
- Establish a strong foundation for pursuing postgraduate studies.
Graduation Requirements
Graduates must meet the following conditions:
- Fulfillment of ideological and political standards.
- Completion of credits as stipulated in the academic curriculum.
- Meeting other comprehensive graduation requirements set by the university.
Core Courses
The curriculum consists of general education courses, foundational disciplinary courses, core professional courses, and specialized electives. Key courses include:
- Writing I & II
- Modern Chinese Language
- Chinese Literary Classics I & II
- Foreign Literary Classics I & II
- Literary Criticism
- Theatre and Film Review Writing
- Screenwriting
- Introduction to Film Arts
- History of Chinese and Foreign Drama & Film
- Analysis of Dramatic Elements
- Theatre Interpretation & Practice
- Professional Orientation
Research Directions
Students may deepen their study and research in the following areas:
- Screenplay Writing & Script Development
- Theatre and Film Criticism & Theory
- Film and Television Planning & Programming
- History & Cultural Studies of Global Cinema
Degree Awarded
Students who fulfill graduation requirements and meet degree qualification standards will be awarded a Bachelor of Arts in Literature of Theatre Film & Television.
Program Duration
- Standard Study Period: 4 years
- Flexible Study Period: 3 to 6 years
Career Prospects
Graduates can pursue diverse career paths, including:
- Screenplay Writing & Editing
- Theatre Scriptwriting & Production
- Media Criticism & Cultural Research
- Television Program Planning & Assistant Directing
- Teaching & Research in Academic Institutions
- Further studies toward Master's and Doctoral degrees
Related Majors
- Theatre and Film Directing
- Radio and Television Editing
- Broadcasting & Hosting Arts
- Film Photography & Production
- Drama Studies
- Chinese Literature Studies
Ranking of Universities Offering the Major
- Shanghai Theatre Academy
- Beijing Normal University
- Nanjing University
- Communication University of China
- Beijing Film Academy
Additional Information
General Education Courses
Includes political and ideological education (such as Fundamentals of Marxism), foreign languages (College English I-IV), computer basics, physical education, career development guidance, and more, ensuring students develop comprehensive skills.
Practical Training
Covers military training, ideological and political practice, independent creative projects, emphasizing hands-on experience and applied learning.
