Bachelor of Arts [B.A] (Interdisciplinary Studies - Documentary Studies)
STEM Course
4 years
full time
On Campus
Field of Study:
$31,145/Yr
$31,145 /Yr
- The Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Documentary Studies from the University at Albany gives students a chance to explore the theory and practice of documentary filmmaking, journalism, and other forms of media.
- This interdisciplinary degree gives students a fresh perspective on modern media through a curriculum spanning multiple academic departments and disciplines. Students will emerge with highly transferable skills in research, writing, and editing.
- Students will understand documentary studies through a varied curriculum covering topics in communications, art, music, history, and journalism. Introductory courses will help students explore the notion of what constitutes a documentary, aspects of documentary production, and common themes across documentary forms.
- The program Hone in on student's special interests within the field by selecting elective studies on everything from photography and its history to narrative journalism and visual culture. The BA degree requires a fieldwork seminar and practicum, which serves as the program's capstone.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $31145 (USD 31145) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Housing | $9280 (USD 9280) |
| Meal Plan | $5460 (USD 5460) |
| Health Insurance | $1439 (USD 1439) |
| Total Cost | $16179 (USD 16179) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $29821 (USD 29821) |
| 2021 | $29831 (USD 29831) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have a minimum of 120 credits and at least 90 credits in the liberal arts and sciences
- Students must achieve and maintain at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA.
- The students should have completed the General Education Program at the University at Albany
- Students whose official language is not English are required to submit IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE scores.
Indian Students Eligibility:
- Students should submit required official and complete individual mark skeets for each examination attempt, including subsidiary exams.
- Photocopies of student's mark sheets are accepted only when they are attested by the University Registrar or Controller of Examinations and placed in a sealed, stamped envelope that is sent directly to the Graduate School.
Scores Required
- The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or GMAT results are not required.
Required Document List
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
- Transcripts from all schools attended
- Resume/CV
- Three letters of recommendation
- Statement of Background and Goals
VISA & Work Study
VISA
International applicants are required to apply for an F-1 or J-1 student Visa. As per the application process of universities in the USA, a student needs to have the following basic documents to procure a US student visa.
- A valid passport that has a validity of a minimum of 6 months after students stay in the country
- Form DS-160 (Nonimmigrant visa application confirmation page)
- Application fee payment Receipt
- Form I-20 if applying for a Student visa (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status)
- Receipt Number on Petition filed by U.S employer (I-129 form) if applying for a work visa.
- Original Marks Sheet or Provisional certificates.
- Evidence of sufficient funds in the bank account to ensure you can survive the duration of course in the USA.
- Score sheet of standardized exams like IELTS (6.0 or equivalent), TOEFL, GMAT, GRE, etc.
- Proof that the candidate will leave the country once the program is completed. A return air ticket to the home country can be evidence of this kind.
Career and Placement after Course
Graduates will have careers as:
- Associate Producer
- Photographer
- Videographer
- Communications Director
- Publicist
- Graphic Designer
- Program Coordinator
- Reporter
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Debesh Kamal Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,385/Yr$1,385 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Hani Zeini Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| TEC Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Microsoft Tuition Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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