Television, Radio and Film
Class of 2024 Major Requirements: Television, Radio and Film
First or Second Year:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Grammar Competency (note 2)*Students must pass a grammar competency exam in order to graduate. Scroll down to notes section for more detail. | ||
| COM 107 | Communications and Society | 3 |
| COM 117 | Multimedia Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 205 | Sight, Sound and Motion (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| TRF 211 | Screenwriting (last name)*A-K fall; L-Z spring (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| TRF 235 | Principles and Practices: TRF Industries (last name)*A-K spring; L-Z fall (prereq)*COM 107 | 3 |
Third and Fourth Year:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Global Experience (note 3)*The Global Experience may be fulfilled by studying abroad or taking an approved class from the list in the Newhouse Guidebook. If a student selects a Newhouse class and has already taken their 42 Newhouse credits, those credit hours will be added to the 122 hours required to graduate. | ||
| COM 346 or COM 348 |
Race, Gender and the Media (prereq)*COM 107 or Beauty and Diversity in Fashion Media (note 9)*Students may fulfill the Diversity Requirement by taking COM 346: Race, Gender and the Media OR COM 348: Beauty and Diversity in Fashion Media. COM 350: Topics in Media, Diversity and Inclusion may also fulfill the diversity requirement, no petition required. |
3 |
| PHI 293 | Ethics and Media Professions (note 4)*PHI 293 is an Arts and Sciences class and may be taken in any semester. | |
| TRF 340 | Topics in Critical & Historical Perspectives | 3 |
| COM 506 | Communications Law for Television, Radio, Film (last name)*A-K fall; L-Z spring | 3 |
| TRF Tools, Technologies & Skills (300+ level) (note 6)*Students may petition to include no more than two lower-division (100- or 200-level) TRF courses to meet their Tools, Technologies and Skills requirement. Students who take more than one topic in TRF 340 may count the second class as a Newhouse elective. Any TRF course numbered 300 or higher. COM 470 or COM 475 NYC Communication Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum (internship) is approved. Courses from other Newhouse departments are welcome but must be approved by petition. |
15 | |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT: Choose one; senior standing required |
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| TRF 461
TRF 462 TRF 465 TRF 467 TRF 468 TRF 469 TRF 483 TRF 499 |
Advanced Management Seminar
Advanced Television Production (prereq)*senior standing Hollywood: Game Changers (LA) Screenwriting Master Class (prereq)*instructor permission required Advanced Audio (prereq)*TRF 454 or TRF 456 or TRF 457 or TRF 458 or MUI 301 or MUI 307 or MUI 308 or MUI 320 Advanced Filmmaking Communications Industry Frontiers Honors Capstone Project |
3 |
Total credits: 42
Notes
- Students may devote no more than 42 of the 122 total credits to Newhouse School courses. Any courses taken above the 42-credit hour limit will be added to the total hours required for graduation.
- Students must complete a grammar competency as part of their degree requirements. There will be two ways students can satisfy this competency:
- First, by passing a grammar competency exam during their first semester on campus. The exam will be given twice – once before the end of the first week of classes and a second time prior to registration the next semester. A passing grade on the exam will fulfill the competency requirement.
- Secondly, by passing COM 101, a 0-credit remedial grammar course which will be mandatory for students who fail the grammar competency exam. This course can be repeated until a passing grade is earned and the competency is met.
- The Global Experience may be fulfilled by studying abroad or taking an approved class from the list in the Newhouse Guidebook. If a student selects a Newhouse class and has already taken their 42 Newhouse credits, those credit hours will be added to the 122 hours required to graduate.
- PHI 293 is an Arts and Sciences class and may be taken in any semester.
- TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit.
- Students may petition to include no more than two lower-division (100- or 200-level) TRF courses to meet their Tools, Technologies and Skills requirement. Students who take more than one topic in TRF 340 may count the second class as a Newhouse elective.
- Students wishing to do an Independent Study in TRF must make a compelling case to the department that existing courses cannot meet their specific needs.
- TRF majors may study full-time for a semester in LA or NYC, but not both. Students who wish to study off-campus (abroad, LA, NYC) should carefully consult with their academic adviser well in advance to be sure their TRF requirements will be met.
- Students may fulfill the Diversity Requirement by taking COM 346: Race, Gender and the Media OR COM 348: Beauty and Diversity in Fashion Media. COM 350: Topics in Media, Diversity and Inclusion may also fulfill the diversity requirement, no petition required.
Class of 2025 Major Requirements: Television, Radio and Film
First or Second Year:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Grammar Competency (note 2)*Students must pass a grammar competency exam in order to graduate. Scroll down to notes section for more detail. | ||
| COM 107 | Communications and Society | 3 |
| COM 117 | Multimedia Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 205 | Sight, Sound and Motion (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| TRF 211 | Screenwriting (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| TRF 235 | Principles and Practices: TRF Industries (prereq)*COM 107 | 3 |
Third and Fourth Year:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Global Experience (note 3)*The Global Experience may be fulfilled by studying abroad or taking an approved class from the list in the Newhouse Guidebook. If a student selects a Newhouse class and has already taken their 42 Newhouse credits, those credit hours will be added to the 122 hours required to graduate. | ||
| COM 346
or COM 348 |
Race, Gender and the Media (prereq)*COM 107
or Beauty and Diversity in Fashion Media (note 9)*Students may fulfill the Diversity Requirement by taking COM 346: Race, Gender and the Media OR COM 348: Beauty and Diversity in Fashion Media. COM 350: Topics in Media, Diversity and Inclusion may also fulfill the diversity requirement, no petition required. |
3 |
| PHI 293 | Ethics and Media Professions (note 4)*PHI 293 is an Arts and Sciences class and may be taken in any semester. | |
| TRF 340 | Topics in Critical & Historical Perspectives | 3 |
| COM 506 | Communications Law for Television, Radio, Film (last name)*A-K fall; L-Z spring | 3 |
| TRF Tools, Technologies & Skills (300+ level) (note 6)*Students may petition to include no more than two lower-division (100- or 200-level) TRF courses to meet their Tools, Technologies and Skills requirement. Students who take more than one topic in TRF 340 may count the second class as a Newhouse elective. Any TRF course numbered 300 or higher. COM 470 or COM 475 NYC Communication Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum (internship) is approved. Courses from other Newhouse departments are welcome but must be approved by petition. |
15 | |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT: Choose one; senior standing required |
||
| TRF 461
TRF 462 TRF 465 TRF 467 TRF 468 TRF 469 TRF 483 TRF 499 |
Advanced Management Seminar
Advanced Television Production (prereq)*senior standing Hollywood: Game Changers (LA) Screenwriting Master Class (prereq)*Instructor permission required Advanced Audio (prereq)*TRF 454 or TRF 456 or TRF 457 or TRF 458 or MUI 301 or MUI 307 or MUI 308 or MUI 320 Advanced Filmmaking Communications Industry Frontiers Honors Capstone Project |
3 |
Total credits: 42
Notes
- Students may devote no more than 42 of the 122 total credits to Newhouse School courses. Any courses taken above the 42-credit hour limit will be added to the total hours required for graduation.
- Students must complete a grammar competency as part of their degree requirements. There will be two ways students can satisfy this competency:
- First, by passing a grammar competency exam during their first semester on campus. The exam will be given twice – once before the end of the first week of classes and a second time prior to registration the next semester. A passing grade on the exam will fulfill the competency requirement.
- Secondly, by passing COM 101, a 0-credit remedial grammar course which will be mandatory for students who fail the grammar competency exam. This course can be repeated until a passing grade is earned and the competency is met.
- The Global Experience may be fulfilled by studying abroad or taking an approved class from the list in the Newhouse Guidebook. If a student selects a Newhouse class and has already taken their 42 Newhouse credits, those credit hours will be added to the 122 hours required to graduate.
- PHI 293 is an Arts and Sciences class and may be taken in any semester.
- TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit.
- Students may petition to include no more than two lower-division (100- or 200-level) TRF courses to meet their Tools, Technologies and Skills requirement. Students who take more than one topic in TRF 340 may count the second class as a Newhouse elective.
- Students wishing to do an Independent Study in TRF must make a compelling case to the department that existing courses cannot meet their specific needs.
- TRF majors may study full-time for a semester in LA or NYC, but not both. Students who wish to study off-campus (abroad, LA, NYC) should carefully consult with their academic adviser well in advance to be sure their TRF requirements will be met.
- Students may fulfill the Diversity Requirement by taking COM 346: Race, Gender and the Media OR COM 348: Beauty and Diversity in Fashion Media. COM 350: Topics in Media, Diversity and Inclusion may also fulfill the diversity requirement, no petition required.
Class of 2026 Major Requirements: Television, Radio and Film
First or Second Year:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Grammar Competency (note 2)*Students must pass a grammar competency exam in order to graduate. Scroll down to notes section for more detail. | ||
| COM 107 | Communications and Society | 3 |
| COM 117 | Multimedia Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 205 | Sight, Sound and Motion (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| TRF 211 | Screenwriting (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| TRF 235 | Principles and Practices: TRF IndustriesA-K spring; L-Z fall (prereq)*COM 107 | 3 |
TRACK: CHOOSE ONE
Entertainment Business • Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship • Production • Screenwriting • General
Third and Fourth Year:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Global Experience (note 3)*The Global Experience may be fulfilled by studying abroad or taking an approved class from the list in the Newhouse Guidebook. If a student selects a Newhouse class and has already taken their 42 Newhouse credits, those credit hours will be added to the 122 hours required to graduate. | ||
| PHI 293 | Ethics and Media Professions (note 4)*PHI 293 is an Arts and Sciences class and may be taken in any semester. | |
| TRF 340 | Topics in Critical & Historical Perspectives | 3 |
| DIVERSITY REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| COM 346
COM 348 COM 350 |
Race, Gender and the Media (prereq)*COM 107
Beauty and Diversity in Fashion Media Topics in Media, Diversity and Inclusion (prereq)*COM 107 |
3 |
| COM 506 | Communications Law for Television, Radio and Film (last name)*A-K fall; L-Z spring | 3 |
Total credits: 42
Notes
- Students may devote no more than 42 of the 122 total credits to Newhouse School courses. Any courses taken above the 42-credit hour limit will be added to the total hours required for graduation.
- Students must complete a grammar competency as part of their degree requirements. There will be two ways students can satisfy this competency:
- First, by passing a grammar competency exam during their first semester on campus. The exam will be given twice – once before the end of the first week of classes and a second time prior to registration the next semester. A passing grade on the exam will fulfill the competency requirement.
- Secondly, by passing COM 101, a 0-credit remedial grammar course which will be mandatory for students who fail the grammar competency exam. This course can be repeated until a passing grade is earned and the competency is met.
- The Global Experience may be fulfilled by studying abroad or taking an approved class from the list in the Newhouse Guidebook. If a student selects a Newhouse class and has already taken their 42 Newhouse credits, those credit hours will be added to the 122 hours required to graduate.
- PHI 293 is an Arts and Sciences class and may be taken in any semester.
- TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in degree. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit.
- Students wishing to do an Independent Study in TRF must make a compelling case to the department that existing courses cannot meet their specific needs.
- TRF majors may study full-time for a semester in LA or NYC, but not both. Students who wish to study off-campus (abroad, LA, NYC) should carefully consult with their academic adviser well in advance to be sure their TRF requirements will be met.
Track One: Entertainment Business
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from the list below): |
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| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| ICC 510 | Topics in Media Entrepreneurship:
-Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals -Lean Digital Media Startups -Lean Ventures in Media
|
1 each |
| TRF 443 | The Business of Development, Production and Post-Production (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 592 | Film Business | 3 |
| TRF 594 | Television Business | 3 |
|
Experiential Courses (choose 9 credits from the list below): |
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| BAN 454 | Music Business, Technology and Emerging Opportunities (LA) | 3 |
| COM 415 | Digital Nation (LA) | 3 |
| COM 425 | Social Platforms, Processes and Perspectives (NYC) | 3 |
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (NYC) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| ICC 428 | Entertainment Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| TRF 424 | Script Development (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business (prereq)*TRF 235 | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 475 | Entertainment Industry Practicum (LA) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| TRF 510 | Specialized Practice | 1 each |
| TRF 595 | Programming and Audience Analysis | 3 |
| Newhouse Entertainment Media Elective | 3 | |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| TRF 461
TRF 465 |
Advanced Management Seminar
Hollywood: Game Changes (LA) |
3 |
Track Two: Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| ICC 428 | Entertainment Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| ICC 510 | Topics in Media Entrepreneurship:
-Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals -Lean Digital Media Startups -Lean Ventures in Media |
1 each |
|
Experiential Required Course |
||
| COM 434 | Trendspotting in Digital Media | 3 |
| Experiential Elective Courses (choose 3 credits below): | ||
| BAN 454 | Music Business, Technology and Emerging Opportunities (LA) | 3 |
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (NYC) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| MND 413 | Emerging Media Platforms | 3 |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business (prereq)*TRF 235 | 3 |
| TRF 475 | Entertainment Industry Practicum (LA) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| Newhouse Entertainment Media Elective | 6 | |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| ICC 427
TRF 461 TRF 465 |
New Media Venture Launch
Advanced Management Seminar Hollywood: Game Changes (LA) |
3 |
Track Three: Production
| Critical Thinking Required Course | ||
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
|
Experiential Required Courses |
||
| TRF 210 | Topics in Foundational Skills in Production (1 credit each)
-Sound Workshop -Picture Workshop -Editing Workshop |
3 |
|
Experiential Elective Courses (choose 9 credits from the list below): |
||
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (NYC) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esports and Media | 3 |
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| TRF 441 | Visual Effects for Live Action (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 445 | Post-Production Practices (prereq)*TRF 205 & TRF 210 | 3 |
| TRF 447 | Animation for Film and TV (prereq)*TRF 205 & TRF 210 | 3 |
| TRF 448 | Audio Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 450 | Topics in Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 451 | Directing (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 452 | Cinematography (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 453 | Short-form Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 454 | Music Production | 3 |
| TRF 456 | Sound for Picture | 3 |
| TRF 457 | Music Understanding | 3 |
| TRF 459 | Documentary Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 475 | Entertainment Industry Practicum (LA) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| TRF 510 | Specialized Practice | 1 each |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 464 | Production Capstone | 3 |
Tack Four: Screenwriting
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from list below): |
||
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| COM 415 | Digital Nation (NYC) | 3 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 443 | The Business of Development, Production and Post-Production (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
|
Screenwriting: Business Craft and Culture Courses (choose 3 credits from list below): |
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| TRF 422 | Comedy Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 424 | Script Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 425 | The Writer’s Journey | 3 |
|
Screenwriting: Long-form Content Courses (choose 3 credits from list below): |
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| TRF 420 | Topics in Screenwriting (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 421 | Feature Film Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 423 | Writing the One-Hour Drama (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| Newhouse Entertainment Media Elective | 6 | |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 467 | Screen Writing Master Class | 3 |
Track Five: General
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| COM 415 | Digital Nation (LA) | 3 |
| COM 425 | Social Platforms, Processes and Perspectives (NYC) | 3 |
| ICC 510 | Topics in Media Entrepreneurship
-Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals -Lean Digital Media Startups -Lean Ventures in Media |
1 each |
| MND 413 | Emerging Media Platforms | 3 |
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esports and Media | 3 |
| TRF 425 | The Writer’s Journey (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business (prereq)*TRF 235 | 3 |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
| TRF 560 | Topics in International Perspectives | 3 |
| TRF 592 | Film Business | 3 |
| TRF 594 | Television Business | 3 |
| TRF 595 | Programming and Audience Analysis | 3 |
|
Experiential Courses (choose 12 credits from list below): |
||
| Audio: | ||
| TRF 448 | Audio Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 454 | Music Production | 3 |
| TRF 456 | Sound for Picture | 3 |
| TRF 457 | Music Underscoring | 3 |
| Entertainment Business: | ||
| ICC 428 | Entertainment Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| Film and Television Production: | ||
| TRF 415 | Camera Acting for Writers, Producers and Directors (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 441 | Visual Effects for Live Action (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 445 | Post-Production Practices (prereq)*TRF 205 & TRF 210 | 3 |
| TRF 446 | Working with Actors (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 447 | Animation for Film and TV (prereq)*TRF 205 & TRF 210 | 3 |
| TRF 451 | Directing (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 452 | Cinematography (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 453 | Short-form Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 459 | Documentary Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| Screenwriting: | ||
| TRF 420 | Topics in Screenwriting (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 421 | Feature Film Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 422 | Comedy Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 423 | Writing the One-Hour Drama (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 424 | Script Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| Sports Media and Communications: | ||
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| General: | ||
| TRF 510 | Specialized Practice | 1 each |
| Experience/Internship Credit: | ||
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (NYC) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| TRF 475 | Entertainment Industry Practicum (LA) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 463 | Television, Radio and Film Capstone | 3 |
| Newhouse Entertainment Media Elective | ||
| Audio: | ||
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| TRF 448 | Audio Storytelling (fall) | 3 |
| TRF 454 | Music Recording (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 465 | Sound for Picture | 3 |
| TRF 457 | Music Underscoring (fall) | 3 |
| TRF 510 | Specialized Practice
-Art of the Podcast -Art of the Voice Over I -Art of the Voice Over II -Art of the Voice Over III |
1 each |
| Critical Issues in Entertainment Media: | ||
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies
-Understanding Storytelling -Diversity and Satire (spring) -Contemporary Films & Filmmakers (LA) |
3 each |
| TRF 560 | Topics in International Perspectives
-The BBC: Reinventing Public Service Broadcasting (London, Spring) -Documenting Reality: Factual Formats in British Film and TV (London) |
3 each |
| Entertainment Business: | ||
| COM 415 | Digital Nation (NYC) | 3 |
| COM 425 | Social Platforms, Processes & Perspectives (NYC) | 3 |
| ICC 428 | Entertainment Innovation & Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| ICC 510 | Special Topics in Media Entrepreneurship
-Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals -Lean Digital Media Startups -New Ventures in Media |
1 each |
| MND 413 | Emerging Media Platforms | 3 |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business
-Content Ecosystem (spring) -Future of Entertainment (spring) |
3 each |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 510 | Specialized Practice
-Business Affairs in Entertainment Media -The Art & Science of Managing Creative Teams -Artist Representation & Creative Process (LA) -Hollywood: Navigating the Future (LA) -Riding the Digital Wave (LA) |
3 each |
| TRF 592 | Film Business (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 594 | TV Business | 3 |
| TRF 595 | Programming & Audience Analysis (spring) | 3 |
| Experience Credit/Internship: | ||
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in degree. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in degree. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| TRF 475 | Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in degree. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| Film and Television Production: | ||
| TRF 300 | Directing News with Automation (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 415 | Camera Acting for Writers, Producers & Directors (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 441 | Visual Effects for Live Action | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production | 3 |
| TRF 443 | The Business of Development, Production & Post-Production (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 445 | Post-Production Practices (fall) | 3 |
| TRF 446 | Working with Actors | 3 |
| TRF 447 | Animation for Film and TV (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 451 | Directing | 3 |
| TRF 452 | Cinematography | 3 |
| TRF 453 | Shortform Production | 3 |
| TRF 459 | Documentary Production | 3 |
| TRF 510 | Specialized Practice
-4K Editing, Color & VFX Workflow (spring) -Avid Editing I -Avid Editing II -Cinematography in Practice (fall) -Color Correction -Directors on Directing (fall) -Line Production -Live Sports Production (spring) -Music Video -Pitching Unscripted: How to Sell a Reality Show (spring) -Producing the Fashion Video (spring) -Sports Directing Seminar (spring) |
1 each |
| Screenwriting: | ||
| TRF 420 | Topics in Screenwriting
-Gaming Narratives (spring) -Writers’ Room |
3 each |
| TRF 421 | Feature Film Writing | 3 |
| TRF 422 | Comedy Writing | 3 |
| TRF 423 | Writing the One-Hour Drama | 3 |
| TRF 424 | Script Development (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 425 | Writer’s Journey (LA) | |
| Sports Media and Communications: | ||
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esport and Media | 3 |
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary | 3 |
Class of 2027 Major Requirements: Television, Radio and Film
First or Second Year:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Grammar Competency (note 2)*Students must pass a grammar competency exam in order to graduate. Scroll down to notes section for more detail. | ||
| COM 107 | Communications and Society | 3 |
| COM 117 | Multimedia Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 205 | Sight, Sound and Motion (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| TRF 211 | Screenwriting (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| TRF 235 | Principles and Practices: TRF IndustriesA-K spring; L-Z fall (prereq)*COM 107 | 3 |
TRACK: CHOOSE ONE
Entertainment Business • Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship • Production • Screenwriting • General
Third and Fourth Year:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Global Experience (note 3)*The Global Experience may be fulfilled by studying abroad or taking an approved class from the list in the Newhouse Guidebook. If a student selects a Newhouse class and has already taken their 42 Newhouse credits, those credit hours will be added to the 122 hours required to graduate. | ||
| PHI 293 | Ethics and Media Professions (note 4)*PHI 293 is an Arts and Sciences class and may be taken in any semester. | |
| TRF 340 | Topics in Critical & Historical Perspectives | 3 |
| DIVERSITY REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| COM 346
COM 348 COM 350 |
Race, Gender and the Media (prereq)*COM 107
Beauty and Diversity in Fashion Media Topics in Media, Diversity and Inclusion (prereq)*COM 107 |
3 |
| COM 506 | Communications Law for Television, Radio and Film (last name)*A-K fall; L-Z spring | 3 |
Total credits: 42
Notes
- Students may devote no more than 42 of the 122 total credits to Newhouse School courses. Any courses taken above the 42-credit hour limit will be added to the total hours required for graduation.
- Students must complete a grammar competency as part of their degree requirements. There will be two ways students can satisfy this competency:
- First, by passing a grammar competency exam during their first semester on campus. The exam will be given twice – once before the end of the first week of classes and a second time prior to registration the next semester. A passing grade on the exam will fulfill the competency requirement.
- Secondly, by passing COM 101, a 0-credit remedial grammar course which will be mandatory for students who fail the grammar competency exam. This course can be repeated until a passing grade is earned and the competency is met.
- The Global Experience may be fulfilled by studying abroad or taking an approved class from the list in the Newhouse Guidebook. If a student selects a Newhouse class and has already taken their 42 Newhouse credits, those credit hours will be added to the 122 hours required to graduate.
- PHI 293 is an Arts and Sciences class and may be taken in any semester.
- TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in degree. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit.
- Students wishing to do an Independent Study in TRF must make a compelling case to the department that existing courses cannot meet their specific needs.
- TRF majors may study full-time for a semester in LA or NYC, but not both. Students who wish to study off-campus (abroad, LA, NYC) should carefully consult with their academic adviser well in advance to be sure their TRF requirements will be met.
Track One: Entertainment Business
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| MMI 510 | Topics in Media Entrepreneurship:
-Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals -Lean Digital Media Startups -Lean Ventures in Media
|
1 each |
| TRF 443 | The Business of Development, Production and Post-Production (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 592 | Film Business | 3 |
| TRF 594 | Television Business | 3 |
|
Experiential Courses (choose 9 credits from the list below): |
||
| BAN 454 | Music Business, Technology and Emerging Opportunities (LA) | 3 |
| COM 415 | Digital Nation (LA) | 3 |
| COM 425 | Social Platforms, Processes and Perspectives (NYC) | 3 |
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (NYC) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| TRF 424 | Script Development (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business (prereq)*TRF 235 | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 475 | Entertainment Industry Practicum (LA) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| TRF 500 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| TRF 595 | Programming and Audience Analysis | 3 |
| Newhouse Entertainment Media Elective | 3 | |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| TRF 461
TRF 465 |
Advanced Management Seminar
Hollywood: Game Changes (LA) |
3 |
Track Two: Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MMI 510 | Topics in Media Entrepreneurship:
-Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals -Lean Digital Media Startups -New Ventures in Media |
1 each |
|
Experiential Required Course |
||
| COM 434 | Trendspotting in Digital Media | 3 |
| Experiential Elective Courses (choose 3 credits below): | ||
| BAN 454 | Music Business, Technology and Emerging Opportunities (LA) | 3 |
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (NYC) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| MND 413 | Emerging Media Platforms | 3 |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business (prereq)*TRF 235 | 3 |
| TRF 475 | Entertainment Industry Practicum (LA) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| Newhouse Entertainment Media Elective | 6 | |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| MMI 427
TRF 461 TRF 465 |
New Media Venture Launch
Advanced Management Seminar Hollywood: Game Changes (LA) |
3 |
Track Three: Production
| Critical Thinking Required Course | ||
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
|
Experiential Required Courses |
||
| TRF 210 | Topics in Foundational Skills in Production (1 credit each)
-Sound Workshop -Picture Workshop -Editing Workshop |
3 |
|
Experiential Elective Courses (choose 9 credits from the list below): |
||
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (NYC) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esports and Media | 3 |
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| TRF 441 | Visual Effects for Live Action (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 445 | Post-Production Practices (prereq)*TRF 205 & TRF 210 | 3 |
| TRF 447 | Animation for Film and TV (prereq)*TRF 205 & TRF 210 | 3 |
| TRF 448 | Audio Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 450 | Topics in Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 451 | Directing (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 452 | Cinematography (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 453 | Short-form Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 454 | Music Production | 3 |
| TRF 456 | Sound for Picture | 3 |
| TRF 457 | Music Understanding | 3 |
| TRF 459 | Documentary Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 475 | Entertainment Industry Practicum (LA) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| TRF 500 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 464 | Production Capstone | 3 |
Tack Four: Screenwriting
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from list below): |
||
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| COM 415 | Digital Nation (NYC) | 3 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 443 | The Business of Development, Production and Post-Production (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
|
Experiential Courses – Screenwriting: Business Craft and Culture Courses (choose 6 credits from list below): |
||
| TRF 422 | Comedy Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 424 | Script Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 425 | The Writer’s Journey | 3 |
|
Screenwriting: Long-form Content Courses (choose 3 credits from list below): |
||
| TRF 420 | Topics in Screenwriting (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 421 | Feature Film Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 423 | Writing the One-Hour Drama (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| Newhouse Entertainment Media Elective | 6 | |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 467 | Screen Writing Master Class | 3 |
Track Five: General
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| COM 415 | Digital Nation (LA) | 3 |
| COM 425 | Social Platforms, Processes and Perspectives (NYC) | 3 |
| MMI 510 | Topics in Media Entrepreneurship
-Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals -Lean Digital Media Startups -New Ventures in Media |
1 each |
| MND 413 | Emerging Media Platforms | 3 |
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esports and Media | 3 |
| TRF 425 | The Writer’s Journey (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business (prereq)*TRF 235 | 3 |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
| TRF 560 | Topics in International Perspectives | 3 |
| TRF 592 | Film Business | 3 |
| TRF 594 | Television Business | 3 |
| TRF 595 | Programming and Audience Analysis | 3 |
|
Experiential Courses (choose 12 credits from list below): |
||
| Audio: | ||
| TRF 448 | Audio Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 454 | Music Production | 3 |
| TRF 456 | Sound for Picture | 3 |
| TRF 457 | Music Underscoring | 3 |
| Entertainment Business: | ||
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| Film and Television Production: | ||
| TRF 415 | Camera Acting for Writers, Producers and Directors (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 441 | Visual Effects for Live Action (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 445 | Post-Production Practices (prereq)*TRF 205 & TRF 210 | 3 |
| TRF 446 | Working with Actors (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 447 | Animation for Film and TV (prereq)*TRF 205 & TRF 210 | 3 |
| TRF 451 | Directing (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 452 | Cinematography (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 453 | Short-form Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 459 | Documentary Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| Screenwriting: | ||
| TRF 420 | Topics in Screenwriting (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 421 | Feature Film Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 422 | Comedy Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 423 | Writing the One-Hour Drama (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 424 | Script Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| Sports Media and Communications: | ||
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| General: | ||
| TRF 500 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| Experience/Internship Credit: | ||
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (NYC) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| TRF 475 | Entertainment Industry Practicum (LA) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 463 | Television, Radio and Film Capstone | 3 |
| Newhouse Entertainment Media Elective | ||
| Audio: | ||
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| TRF 448 | Audio Storytelling (fall) | 3 |
| TRF 454 | Music Recording (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 465 | Sound for Picture | 3 |
| TRF 457 | Music Underscoring (fall) | 3 |
| TRF 500 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| Critical Issues in Entertainment Media: | ||
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies
-Understanding Storytelling -Diversity and Satire (spring) -Contemporary Films & Filmmakers (LA) |
3 each |
| TRF 560 | Topics in International Perspectives
-The BBC: Reinventing Public Service Broadcasting (London, Spring) -Documenting Reality: Factual Formats in British Film and TV (London) |
3 each |
| Entertainment Business: | ||
| COM 415 | Digital Nation (NYC) | 3 |
| COM 425 | Social Platforms, Processes & Perspectives (NYC) | 3 |
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation & Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MMI 510 | Special Topics in Media Entrepreneurship
-Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals -Lean Digital Media Startups -New Ventures in Media |
1 each |
| MND 413 | Emerging Media Platforms | 3 |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business
-Content Ecosystem (spring) -Future of Entertainment (spring) |
3 each |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 500 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| TRF 592 | Film Business (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 594 | TV Business | 3 |
| TRF 595 | Programming & Audience Analysis (spring) | 3 |
| Experience Credit/Internship: | ||
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in degree. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in degree. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| TRF 475 | Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in degree. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| Film and Television Production: | ||
| TRF 300 | Directing News with Automation (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 415 | Camera Acting for Writers, Producers & Directors (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 441 | Visual Effects for Live Action | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production | 3 |
| TRF 443 | The Business of Development, Production & Post-Production (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 445 | Post-Production Practices (fall) | 3 |
| TRF 446 | Working with Actors | 3 |
| TRF 447 | Animation for Film and TV (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 451 | Directing | 3 |
| TRF 452 | Cinematography | 3 |
| TRF 453 | Shortform Production | 3 |
| TRF 459 | Documentary Production | 3 |
| TRF 500 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| Screenwriting: | ||
| TRF 420 | Topics in Screenwriting
-Gaming Narratives (spring) -Writers’ Room |
3 each |
| TRF 421 | Feature Film Writing | 3 |
| TRF 422 | Comedy Writing | 3 |
| TRF 423 | Writing the One-Hour Drama | 3 |
| TRF 424 | Script Development (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 425 | Writer’s Journey (LA) | |
| Sports Media and Communications: | ||
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esport and Media | 3 |
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary | 3 |
Class of 2027 Major Requirements: Television, Radio and Film
First or Second Year:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Grammar Competency (note 2)*Students must pass a grammar competency exam in order to graduate. Scroll down to notes section for more detail. | ||
| COM 107 | Communications and Society | 3 |
| COM 117 | Multimedia Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 205 | Sight, Sound and Motion (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| TRF 211
or SMC 214 |
Screenwriting (prereq)*COM 117
or Writing for Sports Communications (Sports Media & Communications Track ONLY) ORCOM 117 |
3 |
| TRF 235 | Principles and Practices: TRF Industries A-K spring; L-Z fall (prereq)*COM 107 | 3 |
TRACK: CHOOSE ONE
Cinematography • Entertainment Business • Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship • Production • Sports Media & Communications • Screenwriting • General
Third and Fourth Year:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Global Experience (note 3)*The Global Experience may be fulfilled by studying abroad or taking an approved class from the list in the Newhouse Guidebook. If a student selects a Newhouse class and has already taken their 42 Newhouse credits, those credit hours will be added to the 122 hours required to graduate. | ||
| PHI 293 | Ethics and Media Professions (note 4)*PHI 293 is an Arts and Sciences class and may be taken in any semester. | |
| TRF 340 | Topics in Critical & Historical Perspectives | 3 |
| DIVERSITY REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| COM 346
COM 348 COM 350 |
Race, Gender and the Media (prereq)*COM 107
Beauty and Diversity in Fashion Media Topics in Media, Diversity and Inclusion (prereq)*COM 107 |
3 |
| COM 506 | Communications Law for Television, Radio and Film (last name)*A-K fall; L-Z spring | 3 |
Total credits: 42
Notes
- Students may devote no more than 42 of the 122 total credits to Newhouse School courses. Any courses taken above the 42-credit hour limit will be added to the total hours required for graduation.
- Students must complete a grammar competency as part of their degree requirements. There will be two ways students can satisfy this competency:
- First, by passing a grammar competency exam during their first semester on campus. The exam will be given twice – once before the end of the first week of classes and a second time prior to registration the next semester. A passing grade on the exam will fulfill the competency requirement.
- Secondly, by passing COM 101, a 0-credit remedial grammar course which will be mandatory for students who fail the grammar competency exam. This course can be repeated until a passing grade is earned and the competency is met.
- The Global Experience may be fulfilled by studying abroad or taking an approved class from the list in the Newhouse Guidebook. If a student selects a Newhouse class and has already taken their 42 Newhouse credits, those credit hours will be added to the 122 hours required to graduate.
- PHI 293 is an Arts and Sciences class and may be taken in any semester.
- TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in degree. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit.
- Students wishing to do an Independent Study in TRF must make a compelling case to the department that existing courses cannot meet their specific needs.
- TRF majors may study full-time for a semester in LA or NYC, but not both. Students who wish to study off-campus (abroad, LA, NYC) should carefully consult with their academic adviser well in advance to be sure their TRF requirements will be met.
Track One: Cinematography
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Critical Thinking Course | ||
| TRF 200 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| Core-Required | ||
| CIN 313 | Cinematography I: Fundamentals (prereq)*TRF 205 or VIS 201 | 3 |
| CIN 323 | Cinematic Light & Lens (prereq)*CIN 313 or TRF 452 or VIS 413 | 3 |
| CIN 433 | Cinematography II: Cinematic Storytelling (prereq)*CIN 313 or TRF 452 or VIS 413 | 3 |
| Experiential Courses (choose 3 credits below): | ||
| CIN 510 | Topics in Cinematography (1 credit each) -Cinematic Movement -Emerging Cinematography -Pre-Visualization |
1 each |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary | 3 |
| TRF 441 | Visual Effects for Live Action | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production | 3 |
| TRF443 | The Business of Development, Production & Post Production | 3 |
| TRF 447 | Animation for Film and TV | 3 |
| TRF 450 | Topics in Production | 3 |
| TRF 459 | Documentary Production | 3 |
| TRF 500 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| VIS 201 | Introduction to Photography for Multimedia | 3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| CIN 483
or TRF 464 |
Cinematography Capstone
or Production Capstone |
3 |
Track Two: Entertainment Business
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| MMI 510 | Topics in Media Entrepreneurship: -Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals -Lean Digital Media Startups -New Ventures in Media |
1 each |
| TRF 443 | The Business of Development, Production and Post-Production (LA) |
3 |
| TRF 592 | Film Business | 3 |
| TRF 594 | Television Business | 3 |
|
Experiential Courses (choose 9 credits from the list below): |
||
| BAN 454 | Music Business, Technology and Emerging Opportunities (LA) | 3 |
| COM 415 | Digital Nation (LA) | 3 |
| COM 425 | Social Platforms, Processes and Perspectives (NYC) | 3 |
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (NYC) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| TRF 424 | Script Development (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business (prereq)*TRF 235 | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 475 | Entertainment Industry Practicum (LA) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| TRF 500 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| TRF 595 | Programming and Audience Analysis | 3 |
| Required Elective | Newhouse Entertainment Media Elective | 3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| TRF 461
TRF 465 |
Entertainment Business Capstone
Hollywood: Game Changes (LA) |
3 |
Track Three: Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MMI 510 | Topics in Media Entrepreneurship:
-Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals -Lean Digital Media Startups -New Ventures in Media |
1 each |
|
Experiential Required Course |
||
| COM 434 | Trendspotting in Digital Media | 3 |
| Experiential Elective Courses (choose 3 credits below): | ||
| BAN 454 | Music Business, Technology and Emerging Opportunities (LA) | 3 |
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (NYC) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| MND 413 | Emerging Media Platforms | 3 |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business (prereq)*TRF 235 | 3 |
| TRF 475 | Entertainment Industry Practicum (LA) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| Required Elective | Newhouse Entertainment Media Elective | 6 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| MMI 427
TRF 461 TRF 465 |
New Media Venture Launch
Advanced Management Seminar Hollywood: Game Changes (LA) |
3 |
Track Four: Production
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Critical Thinking Required Course |
||
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
|
Experiential Required Courses |
||
| TRF 200 |
Foundational Skills in Production |
3 |
|
Experiential Elective Courses (choose 9 credits from the list below): |
||
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (NYC) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esports and Media | 3 |
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| TRF 441 | Visual Effects for Live Action (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 445 | Post-Production Practices (prereq)*TRF 205 & TRF 210 | 3 |
| TRF 447 | Animation for Film and TV (prereq)*TRF 205 & TRF 210 | 3 |
| TRF 448 | Audio Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 450 | Topics in Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 451 | Directing (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 452 | Cinematography (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 453 | Short-form Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 454 | Music Production | 3 |
| TRF 456 | Sound for Picture | 3 |
| TRF 457 | Music Understanding | 3 |
| TRF 459 | Documentary Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 475 | Entertainment Industry Practicum (LA) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| TRF 500 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 464 | Production Capstone | 3 |
Track Five: Screenwriting
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from list below): |
||
| COM 415 | Digital Nation (NYC) | 3 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 443 | The Business of Development, Production and Post-Production (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
|
Screenwriting: Business Craft and Culture Courses (choose 3 credits from list below): |
||
| TRF 422 | Comedy Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 424 | Script Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 425 | The Writer’s Journey | 3 |
|
Screenwriting: Long-form Content Courses (choose 3 credits from list below): |
||
| TRF 420 | Topics in Screenwriting (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 421 | Feature Film Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 423 | Writing the One-Hour Drama (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| Required Elective | Newhouse Entertainment Media Elective | 6 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 467 | Screen Writing Master Class | 3 |
Track Six: Sports Media & Communications
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Critical Thinking Course
(choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| MND 454 | Sports Writing Across Platforms | 3 |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies (any topic) | 3 |
|
Experiential Required Courses (9 credits): |
||
| TRF 200 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary | 3 |
|
Experiential Elective Courses (choose 3 credits from list below): |
||
| BDJ 351 | Sports Interviewing | 1 |
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esports and Media | 3 |
| SMC 403 | Sports Content for Social Platforms | 3 |
| SMC 424 | The Sports Media Pitch | 3 |
| SMC 510 | Topics in Sports Media & Communications
-Live Sports Seminar |
1 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production | 3 |
| TRF 500 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| TRF 545 | Television & Radio Performance | 3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| SMC 482 | Sports Feature Production Capstone | 3 |
Track Seven: General
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
| Critical Thinking Course
(choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| COM 415 | Digital Nation (LA) | 3 |
| COM 425 | Social Platforms, Processes and Perspectives (NYC) | 3 |
| MMI 510 | Topics in Media Entrepreneurship
-Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals -Lean Digital Media Startups -New Ventures in Media |
1 each |
| MND 413 | Emerging Media Platforms | 3 |
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esports and Media | 3 |
| TRF 425 | The Writer’s Journey (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business (prereq)*TRF 235 | 3 |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
| TRF 560 | Topics in International Perspectives | 3 |
| TRF 592 | Film Business | 3 |
| TRF 594 | Television Business | 3 |
| TRF 595 | Programming and Audience Analysis | 3 |
|
Experiential Courses (choose 12 credits from list below): |
||
| Audio: | ||
| TRF 448 | Audio Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 454 | Music Production | 3 |
| TRF 456 | Sound for Picture | 3 |
| TRF 457 | Music Underscoring | 3 |
| Cinematography: | ||
| CIN 313 | Cinematography I: Fundamentals (prereq)*TRF 205 or VIS 201 | 3 |
| CIN 433 | Cinematography II: Cinematic Storytelling (prereq)*CIN 313 or TRF 452 or VIS 413 | 3 |
| CIN 510 | Topics in Cinematography (1 credit each) | 1 |
| Entertainment Business: | ||
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| Film and Television Production: | ||
| TRF 415 | Camera Acting for Writers, Producers and Directors (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 441 | Visual Effects for Live Action (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 445 | Post-Production Practices (prereq)*TRF 205 & TRF 210 | 3 |
| TRF 446 | Working with Actors (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 447 | Animation for Film and TV (prereq)*TRF 205 & TRF 210 | 3 |
| TRF 451 | Directing (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 452 | Cinematography (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 453 | Short-form Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 459 | Documentary Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| Screenwriting: | ||
| TRF 420 | Topics in Screenwriting (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 421 | Feature Film Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 422 | Comedy Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 423 | Writing the One-Hour Drama (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 424 | Script Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| Sports Media and Communications: | ||
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| General: | ||
| TRF 500 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| Experience/Internship Credit: | ||
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (NYC) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| TRF 475 | Entertainment Industry Practicum (LA) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 463 | Television, Radio and Film Capstone | 3 |
| Newhouse Entertainment Media Elective | ||
| Audio: | ||
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| TRF 448 | Audio Storytelling (fall) | 3 |
| TRF 454 | Music Recording (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 465 | Sound for Picture | 3 |
| TRF 457 | Music Underscoring (fall) | 3 |
| TRF 500 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| Critical Issues in Entertainment Media: | ||
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies
-Understanding Storytelling -Diversity and Satire (spring) -Contemporary Films & Filmmakers (LA) |
3 each |
| TRF 560 | Topics in International Perspectives
-The BBC: Reinventing Public Service Broadcasting (London, Spring) -Documenting Reality: Factual Formats in British Film and TV (London) |
3 each |
| Entertainment Business: | ||
| COM 415 | Digital Nation (NYC) | 3 |
| COM 425 | Social Platforms, Processes & Perspectives (NYC) | 3 |
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation & Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MMI 510 | Special Topics in Media Entrepreneurship
-Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals -Lean Digital Media Startups -New Ventures in Media |
1 each |
| MND 413 | Emerging Media Platforms | 3 |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business
-Content Ecosystem (spring) -Future of Entertainment (spring) |
3 each |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 500 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| TRF 592 | Film Business (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 594 | TV Business | 3 |
| TRF 595 | Programming & Audience Analysis (spring) | 3 |
| Experience Credit/Internship: | ||
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in degree. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in degree. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| TRF 475 | Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in degree. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| Film and Television Production: | ||
| TRF 300 | Directing News with Automation (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 415 | Camera Acting for Writers, Producers & Directors (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 441 | Visual Effects for Live Action | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production | 3 |
| TRF 443 | The Business of Development, Production & Post-Production (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 445 | Post-Production Practices (fall) | 3 |
| TRF 446 | Working with Actors | 3 |
| TRF 447 | Animation for Film and TV (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 451 | Directing | 3 |
| TRF 452 | Cinematography | 3 |
| TRF 453 | Shortform Production | 3 |
| TRF 459 | Documentary Production | 3 |
| TRF 500 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| Screenwriting: | ||
| TRF 420 | Topics in Screenwriting
-Gaming Narratives (spring) -Writers’ Room |
3 each |
| TRF 421 | Feature Film Writing | 3 |
| TRF 422 | Comedy Writing | 3 |
| TRF 423 | Writing the One-Hour Drama | 3 |
| TRF 424 | Script Development (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 425 | Writer’s Journey (LA) | |
| Sports Media and Communications: | ||
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esport and Media | 3 |
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary | 3 |
Class of 2028 Major Requirements: Television, Radio and Film
First or Second Year:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Grammar Competency (note 2)*Students must pass a grammar competency exam in order to graduate. Scroll down to notes section for more detail. | ||
| COM 107 | Communications and Society | 3 |
| COM 117 | Multimedia Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 205 | Sight, Sound and Motion (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| TRF 211
or SMC 214 |
Screenwriting (prereq)*COM 117 (last name)*A-K fall; L-Z springCOM 117
or Writing for Sports Communications (Sports Media & Communications Track ONLY) ORCOM 117 |
3 |
| TRF 235 | Principles and Practices: TRF Industries A-K spring; L-Z fall(prereq)*COM 107 (last name)*A-K spring; L-Z fallA-K spring; L-Z fallCOM 107 | 3 |
TRACK: CHOOSE ONE
Cinematography • Entertainment Business • Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship • Production • Sports Media & Communications • Screenwriting • General
Third and Fourth Year:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Global Experience (note 3)*The Global Experience may be fulfilled by studying abroad or taking an approved class from the list in the Newhouse Guidebook. If a student selects a Newhouse class and has already taken their 42 Newhouse credits, those credit hours will be added to the 122 hours required to graduate. | ||
| PHI 293 | Ethics and Media Professions (note 4)*PHI 293 is an Arts and Sciences class and may be taken in any semester. | |
| TRF 340 | Topics in Critical & Historical Perspectives | 3 |
| DIVERSITY REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| COM 346
COM 348 COM 350 |
Race, Gender and the Media (prereq)*COM 107
Beauty and Diversity in Fashion Media Topics in Media, Diversity and Inclusion (prereq)*COM 107 |
3 |
| COM 506 | Communications Law for Television, Radio and Film (last name)*A-K fall; L-Z spring | 3 |
Total credits: 42
Notes
- Students may devote no more than 42 of the 122 total credits to Newhouse School courses. Any courses taken above the 42-credit hour limit will be added to the total hours required for graduation.
- Students must complete a grammar competency as part of their degree requirements. There will be two ways students can satisfy this competency:
- First, by passing a grammar competency exam during their first semester on campus. The exam will be given twice – once before the end of the first week of classes and a second time prior to registration the next semester. A passing grade on the exam will fulfill the competency requirement.
- Secondly, by passing COM 101, a 0-credit remedial grammar course which will be mandatory for students who fail the grammar competency exam. This course can be repeated until a passing grade is earned and the competency is met.
- The Global Experience may be fulfilled by studying abroad or taking an approved class from the list in the Newhouse Guidebook. If a student selects a Newhouse class and has already taken their 42 Newhouse credits, those credit hours will be added to the 122 hours required to graduate.
- PHI 293 is an Arts and Sciences class and may be taken in any semester.
- TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in degree. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit.
- Students wishing to do an Independent Study in TRF must make a compelling case to the department that existing courses cannot meet their specific needs.
- TRF majors may study full-time for a semester in LA or NYC, but not both. Students who wish to study off-campus (abroad, LA, NYC) should carefully consult with their academic adviser well in advance to be sure their TRF requirements will be met.
Track One: Cinematography
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Critical Thinking Course | ||
| TRF 200 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| Core-Required | ||
| CIN 313 | Cinematography I: Fundamentals (prereq)*TRF 205 or VIS 201 | 3 |
| CIN 323 | Cinematic Light & Lens (prereq)*CIN 313 or TRF 452 or VIS 413 | 3 |
| CIN 433 | Cinematography II: Cinematic Storytelling (prereq)*CIN 313 or TRF 452 or VIS 413 | 3 |
| Experiential Courses (choose 3 credits below): | ||
| CIN 510 | Topics in Cinematography (1 credit each) -Cinematic Movement -Emerging Cinematography -Pre-Visualization |
1 each |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary | 3 |
| TRF 441 | Visual Effects for Live Action | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production | 3 |
| TRF443 | The Business of Development, Production & Post Production | 3 |
| TRF 447 | Animation for Film and TV | 3 |
| TRF 450 | Topics in Production | 3 |
| TRF 451 | Directing | 3 |
| TRF 453 | Short-form Production | 3 |
| TRF 459 | Documentary Production | 3 |
| TRF 510 | Specialized Practice: – 4K Workflow – Color Correction – Cinematography Practice (LA) – Directors on Directing – Line Producing (LA) – Producing the Music Video |
1 each |
| VIS 201 | Introduction to Photography for Multimedia | 3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| CIN 483
or TRF 464 |
Cinematography Capstone
or Production Capstone |
3 |
Track Two: Entertainment Business
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| MMI 510 | Topics in Media Entrepreneurship: -Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals -Lean Digital Media Startups -New Ventures in Media |
1 each |
| TRF 443 | The Business of Development, Production and Post-Production (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 592 | Film Business | 3 |
| TRF 594 | Television Business | 3 |
|
Experiential Courses (choose 9 credits from the list below): |
||
| BAN 454 | Music Business, Technology and Emerging Opportunities (LA) | 3 |
| COM 415 | Digital Nation (LA) | 3 |
| COM 425 | Social Platforms, Processes and Perspectives (NYC) | 3 |
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (NYC) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| TRF 424 | Script Development (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business (prereq)*TRF 235 | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 475 | Entertainment Industry Practicum (LA) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| TRF 510 | Specialized Practice: – Business & Legal Affairs in Entertainment Media – Artist Representation & The Creative Process (LA) – Hollywood: Navigating the Future (LA) – Riding the Digital Wave (LA) |
1 each |
| TRF 595 | Programming and Audience Analysis | 3 |
| Required Elective | Newhouse Entertainment Media Elective | 3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| TRF 461
TRF 465 |
Entertainment Business Capstone
Hollywood: Game Changes (LA) |
3 |
Track Three: Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MMI 510 | Topics in Media Entrepreneurship:
-Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals -Lean Digital Media Startups -New Ventures in Media |
1 each |
|
Experiential Required Course |
||
| MMI 434 | Trendspotting in Digital Media | 3 |
| Experiential Elective Courses (choose 3 credits below): | ||
| BAN 454 | Music Business, Technology and Emerging Opportunities (LA) | 3 |
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (NYC) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| MND 413 | Emerging Media Platforms | 3 |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business (prereq)*TRF 235 | 3 |
| TRF 475 | Entertainment Industry Practicum (LA) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| Required Elective | Newhouse Entertainment Media Elective | 6 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| MMI 427
TRF 461 TRF 465 |
New Media Venture Launch
Advanced Management Seminar Hollywood: Game Changes (LA) |
3 |
Track Four: Production
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Critical Thinking Required Course |
||
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
|
Experiential Required Courses |
||
| TRF 200 |
Foundational Skills in Production |
3 |
|
Experiential Elective Courses (choose 9 credits from the list below): |
||
| CIN 313 | Cinematography I: Fundamentals (prereq)*TRF 205 or VIS 201 | 3 |
| CIN 433 | Cinematography II: Cinematic Storytelling (prereq)*CIN 313 or TRF 452 or VIS 413 | 3 |
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (NYC) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esports and Media | 3 |
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| TRF 441 | Visual Effects for Live Action (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 445 | Post-Production Practices (prereq)*TRF 205 & TRF 210 | 3 |
| TRF 447 | Animation for Film and TV (prereq)*TRF 205 & TRF 210 | 3 |
| TRF 448 | Audio Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 450 | Topics in Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 451 | Directing (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 453 | Short-form Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 454 | Music Production | 3 |
| TRF 456 | Sound for Picture | 3 |
| TRF 457 | Music Understanding | 3 |
| TRF 459 | Documentary Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 475 | Entertainment Industry Practicum (LA) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| TRF 510 | Specialized Practice: – 4K Workflow – Art of the Podcast – Art of the Voiceover I, II, III – Avid Editing I, II – Color Correction – Cinematography in Practice (LA) – Directors Directing (LA) – Line Producing (LA) – Producing the Music Video (LA) |
1 each |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 464 | Production Capstone | 3 |
Track Five: Screenwriting
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from list below): |
||
| COM 415 | Digital Nation (NYC) | 3 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 443 | The Business of Development, Production and Post-Production (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
|
Experiential Courses – Screenwriting: Business Craft and Culture Courses (choose 6 credits from list below): |
||
| TRF 422 | Comedy Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 424 | Script Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 425 | The Writer’s Journey | 3 |
|
Screenwriting: Long-form Content Courses (choose 3 credits from list below): |
||
| TRF 420 | Topics in Screenwriting (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 421 | Feature Film Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 423 | Writing the One-Hour Drama (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| Required Elective | Newhouse Entertainment Media Elective | 6 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 467 | Screen Writing Master Class | 3 |
Track Six: Sports Media & Communications
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Critical Thinking Course
(choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| SMC 454 | Sports Writing Across Platforms | 3 |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies (any topic) | 3 |
|
Experiential Required Courses (9 credits): |
||
| TRF 200 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary | 3 |
|
Experiential Elective Courses (choose 3 credits from list below): |
||
| BDJ 351 | Sports Interviewing | 1 |
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esports and Media | 3 |
| SMC 403 | Sports Content for Social Platforms | 3 |
| SMC 424 | The Sports Media Pitch | 3 |
| SMC 510 | Topics in Sports Media & Communications
-Live Sports Seminar |
1 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production | 3 |
| TRF 500 | Specialized Practice: – Art of the Podcast – Art of the Voiceover I, II, III – Avid Editing I, II |
1 each |
| TRF 545 | Television & Radio Performance | 3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| SMC 482 | Sports Feature Production Capstone | 3 |
Track Seven: General
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
| Critical Thinking Course
(choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| COM 415 | Digital Nation (LA) | 3 |
| COM 425 | Social Platforms, Processes and Perspectives (NYC) | 3 |
| MMI 510 | Topics in Media Entrepreneurship
-Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals -Lean Digital Media Startups -New Ventures in Media |
1 each |
| MND 413 | Emerging Media Platforms | 3 |
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esports and Media | 3 |
| TRF 425 | The Writer’s Journey (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business (prereq)*TRF 235 | 3 |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
| TRF 560 | Topics in International Perspectives | 3 |
| TRF 592 | Film Business | 3 |
| TRF 594 | Television Business | 3 |
| TRF 595 | Programming and Audience Analysis | 3 |
| VIS 201 | Introduction to Photography for Multimedia | 3 |
|
Experiential Courses (choose 12 credits from list below): |
||
| Audio: | ||
| TRF 448 | Audio Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 454 | Music Production | 3 |
| TRF 456 | Sound for Picture | 3 |
| TRF 457 | Music Underscoring | 3 |
| Cinematography: | ||
| CIN 313 | Cinematography I: Fundamentals (prereq)*TRF 205 or VIS 201 | 3 |
| CIN 433 | Cinematography II: Cinematic Storytelling (prereq)*CIN 313 or TRF 452 or VIS 413 | 3 |
| CIN 510 | Topics in Cinematography (1 credit each) | 1 |
| Entertainment Business: | ||
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| Film and Television Production: | ||
| TRF 415 | Camera Acting for Writers, Producers and Directors (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 441 | Visual Effects for Live Action (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 445 | Post-Production Practices (prereq)*TRF 205 & TRF 210 | 3 |
| TRF 446 | Working with Actors (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 447 | Animation for Film and TV (prereq)*TRF 205 & TRF 210 | 3 |
| TRF 451 | Directing (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 452 | Cinematography (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 453 | Short-form Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 459 | Documentary Production (prereq)*TRF 205 | 3 |
| Screenwriting: | ||
| TRF 420 | Topics in Screenwriting (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 421 | Feature Film Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 422 | Comedy Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 423 | Writing the One-Hour Drama (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 424 | Script Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| Sports Media and Communications: | ||
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| General: | ||
| TRF 510 | Specialized Practice (1 credit each) | 1 |
| Experience/Internship Credit: | ||
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (NYC) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| TRF 475 | Entertainment Industry Practicum (LA) (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 463 | Television, Radio and Film Capstone | 3 |
| Newhouse Entertainment Media Elective | ||
| Audio: | ||
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| TRF 448 | Audio Storytelling (fall) | 3 |
| TRF 454 | Music Recording (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 465 | Sound for Picture | 3 |
| TRF 457 | Music Underscoring (fall) | 3 |
| TRF 510 | Specialized Practice (1 credit each) | 1 |
| Critical Issues in Entertainment Media: | ||
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies
-Understanding Storytelling -Diversity and Satire (spring) -Contemporary Films & Filmmakers (LA) |
3 each |
| TRF 560 | Topics in International Perspectives
-The BBC: Reinventing Public Service Broadcasting (London, Spring) -Documenting Reality: Factual Formats in British Film and TV (London) |
3 each |
| Entertainment Business: | ||
| COM 415 | Digital Nation (NYC) | 3 |
| COM 425 | Social Platforms, Processes & Perspectives (NYC) | 3 |
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation & Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MMI 510 | Special Topics in Media Entrepreneurship
-Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals -Lean Digital Media Startups -New Ventures in Media |
1 each |
| MND 413 | Emerging Media Platforms | 3 |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business
-Content Ecosystem (spring) -Future of Entertainment (spring) |
3 each |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 500 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| TRF 592 | Film Business (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 594 | TV Business | 3 |
| TRF 595 | Programming & Audience Analysis (spring) | 3 |
| Experience Credit/Internship: | ||
| COM 470 | Experience Credit (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in degree. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| COM 475 | NYC Communications Industry Practicum (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in degree. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| TRF 475 | Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum (note 5)*TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in degree. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. | 1-3 |
| Film and Television Production: | ||
| TRF 300 | Directing News with Automation (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 415 | Camera Acting for Writers, Producers & Directors (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 441 | Visual Effects for Live Action | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production | 3 |
| TRF 443 | The Business of Development, Production & Post-Production (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 445 | Post-Production Practices (fall) | 3 |
| TRF 446 | Working with Actors | 3 |
| TRF 447 | Animation for Film and TV (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 451 | Directing | 3 |
| TRF 452 | Cinematography | 3 |
| TRF 453 | Shortform Production | 3 |
| TRF 459 | Documentary Production | 3 |
| TRF 500 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| Screenwriting: | ||
| TRF 420 | Topics in Screenwriting
-Gaming Narratives (spring) -Writers’ Room |
3 each |
| TRF 421 | Feature Film Writing | 3 |
| TRF 422 | Comedy Writing | 3 |
| TRF 423 | Writing the One-Hour Drama | 3 |
| TRF 424 | Script Development (spring) | 3 |
| TRF 425 | Writer’s Journey (LA) | |
| Sports Media and Communications: | ||
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esport and Media | 3 |
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary | 3 |
Class of 2029 Major Requirements: Television, Radio and Film
First or Second Year:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| COM 101 | Grammar Competency (note 4)*Students must pass COM 101, a 0-credit grammar competency as part of their degree requirements. There will be two ways students can accomplish this: • First, by passing a written grammar competency exam at the beginning of their first fall semester in Newhouse. A passing grade on the exam will fulfill the competency requirement and earn a P in the COM 101 course on their transcript. • Secondly, by completing an asynchronous review of grammar which will be made available in the COM 101 course, and passing an online grammar competency exam offered again at the end of the review. COM 101 is P/F/V so students can retake the asynchronous portion of the course as needed until they pass but must have a P to be eligible for graduation. | 0 |
| COM 107 | Communications and Society | 3 |
| COM 117 | Multimedia Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 205 | Sight, Sound and Motion (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| TRF 211
or SMC 214 |
Screenwriting (prereq)*COM 117 (last name)*A-K fall; L-Z spring (Sophomore Standing)COM 117
or Writing for Sports Communications (Sports Media & Communications Track ONLY) ORCOM 117 |
3 |
| TRF 235 | Principles and Practices: TRF Industries A-K spring; L-Z fall(prereq)*COM 107 (last name)*A-K spring; L-Z fall (Sophomore Standing)A-K spring; L-Z fallCOM 107 | 3 |
TRACK: CHOOSE ONE
Cinematography • Executive • Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship • Production • Sports Media & Communications • Screenwriting • Signature
Third and Fourth Year:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Global Experience (note 1)*The Global Experience may be fulfilled by studying abroad or by taking an approved class. A list of courses that fulfill this requirement can be found in the Newhouse Guidebook. If a student chooses to take a Newhouse class to fulfill this requirement, the additional Newhouse hours will be added to the 122 credits needed for graduation if the student has reached the 45 Newhouse-credit maximum. | ||
| PHI 293 | Ethics and Media Professions (note 3)*PHI 293 is a Liberal Arts course and will count towards the 61 credits of Liberal Arts needed for the degree. | |
| TRF 340 | Topics in Critical & Historical Perspectives | 3 |
| DIVERSITY REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| COM 346
COM 348 COM 350 |
Race, Gender and the Media (prereq)*COM 107
Beauty and Diversity in Fashion Media Topics in Media, Diversity and Inclusion (prereq)*COM 107COM 107 |
3 |
| COM 506 | Communications Law for Television, Radio and Film (senior standing)Senior StandingA-K fall; L-Z spring | 3 |
Total credits: 42
Notes
- The Global Experience may be fulfilled by studying abroad or by taking an approved class. A list of courses that fulfill this requirement can be found in the Newhouse Guidebook. If a student chooses to take a Newhouse class to fulfill this requirement, the additional Newhouse hours will be added to the 122 credits needed for graduation if the student has reached the 45 Newhouse-credit maximum.
- The TRF Department encourages students to take advantage of internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. ONE-CREDIT internships are preferred as they place considerable emphasis on workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits toward the 122 credits required for graduation. These credits may include COM 470, COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum, and TRF 475 Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores, juniors and seniors may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit without special permission.
- PHI 293 is a Liberal Arts course and will count towards the 61 credits of Liberal Arts needed for the degree.
- Students must pass COM 101, a 0-credit grammar competency as part of their degree requirements. There will be two ways students can accomplish this:
• First, by passing a written grammar competency exam at the beginning of their first fall semester in Newhouse. A passing grade on the exam will fulfill the competency requirement and earn a P in the COM 101 course on their transcript.
• Secondly, by completing an asynchronous review of grammar which will be made available in the COM 101 course, and passing an online grammar competency exam offered again at the end of the review. COM 101 is P/F/V so students can retake the asynchronous portion of the course as needed until they pass but must have a P to be eligible for graduation. - TRF majors have the option of studying full-time for a semester in LA or NYC, but not both. Students choosing one of these options should plan out their TRF credits carefully with their advisor. With careful planning, it is also possible for students to study abroad for one semester before or after LA or NYC.
Track One: Cinematography
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Critical Thinking Course | ||
| CIN 313 | Cinematography I: Fundamentals (prereq)*TRF 205 or VIS 201 | 3 |
| Cinematography Core-Required | ||
| CIN 303 | Non-Fiction Video Storytelling (prereq)*TRF 205 or VIS 201 TRF 205 or VIS 201 |
3 |
| CIN 323 | Cinematic Light & Lens (prereq)*CIN 313 or TRF 452 or VIS 413 | 3 |
| CIN 433 | Cinematography II: Cinematic Storytelling (prereq)*CIN 313 or TRF 452 or VIS 413 | 3 |
| Experiential Courses (note)*In consultation with their adviser, students will select three credits of 300-level or higher Newhouse coursework, including internships or experience-based credits, tailored to complement their individual learning objectives. | 3 | |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| CIN 483 | Cinematography Capstone | 3 |
Track Two: Executive
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose ONE of the following): |
||
| COM 415 |
Digital Nation (NYC) |
3 |
| TRF 400 |
The Science of Entertainment Media |
3 |
| TRF 471 |
TV Nation (LA) |
3 |
| TRF 496 |
Research for Entertainment Media |
3 |
|
Experiential Courses (choose 9 credits from the list below): |
||
| Executive Strategy & Decision-Making: | ||
| TRF 400 | The Art of Producing (LA Summer) | 2 |
| TRF 400 | The Science of Entertainment Business | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business:
-Artist Representation |
3 each |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 496 | Research for Entertainment Media | 3 |
| TRF 500 | American High Masterclass -Film Business Workshop (repeatable 3x) |
1 each |
| TRF 510 | Specialized Practice:
– Business & Legal Affairs in Entertainment Media |
1 each |
| TRF 560 | Topics in International Perspectives: Global Media Thinking | 3 |
| TRF 592 | Film Business | 3 |
| Innovation & Entrepreneurship: | ||
| MMI 425 | Advanced Media Business | 3 |
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MMI 434 | Trendspotting in Digital Media | 3 |
| MMI 510 | Special Topics in Media Entrepreneurship:
– Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals |
1 each |
| Interdisciplinary Media Business: TRF 211 |
||
| BAN 454 | Music Business, Technology & Emerging Opportunities (LA) TRF 235 |
3 |
| COM 415 | Digital National (LA) | 3 |
| COM 425 | Social Platforms, Processes and Perspectives (NYC) | 3 |
| MND 413 | Emerging Media Platforms TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. |
3 |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| Required Elective | Elective Course (note)*In consultation with their adviser, students will select three credits of 300-level or higher Newhouse coursework, including internships or experience-based credits, tailored to complement their individual learning objectives. | 3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| TRF 461 | Entertainment Business Capstone | 3 |
| TRF 465 | Hollywood: Game Changers (LA) | 3 |
Track Three: Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| MMI 510 | Topics in Media Entrepreneurship:
– Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals (1 credit) |
2 |
| MMI 510 | Choose ONE from the following Titles:
– Startup Culture (1 credit) |
1 |
|
Experiential Required Course |
||
| BAN 454 | Music Business, Technology & Emerging Opportunities (LA) | 3 |
| MMI 425 | Advanced Media Business | 3 |
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MMI 434 | Trendspotting in Digital Media | 3 |
| MND 413 | Emerging Media Platforms | 3 |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 400 | The Science of Entertainment Media | 3 |
| TRF 560 | Topics in International Perspectives: Global Media Thinking | 3 |
| Required Elective | Elective Courses (note)*In consultation with their adviser, students will select six credits of 300-level or higher Newhouse coursework, including internships or experience-based credits, tailored to complement their individual learning objectives. | 6 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| MMI 427
TRF 465 |
New Media Venture Launch
Hollywood: Game Changes (LA) |
3 |
Track Four: Production
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Critical Thinking Required Course |
||
| TRF 200 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
|
Experiential Required Courses |
||
|
Cinematography: |
||
| CIN 303 | Nonfiction Video Storytelling | 3 |
| CIN 313 | Cinematography I: Fundamentals (prereq)*TRF 205 or VIS 201 | 3 |
| CIN 323 | Cinematic Light and Lens (prereq)*CIN 313 or TRF 452 or VIS 413 | 3 |
| CIN 433 | Cinematography II: Cinematic Storytelling (prereq)*CIN 313 or TRF 452 or VIS 413 | 3 |
| CIN 510 | Topics in Cinematography:
– Cinematic Movement |
1 each |
| Film and TV Content: | ||
| TRF 400 | Special Topics:
– Directing Studio Productions with Automation (3 credits) |
|
| TRF 415 | Camera Acting for Writers, Producers, and Directors (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 441 | Visual Effects for Live Action | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 445 | Post-Production Practices | 3 |
| TRF 446 | Working with Actors | 3 |
| TRF 447 | Animation for Film and TV | 3 |
| TRF 450 | Topics in Production:
– The Art of Editing for TV and Film |
3 each |
| TRF 451 | Directing | 3 |
| TRF 453 | Short-form Production | 3 |
| TRF 459 | Documentary Production | 3 |
| TRF 500 | American High Masterclass: Production Workshop | 1 |
| TRF 510 | Specialized Practice:
– Avid Editing I |
1 each |
| Sports Media: | ||
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esports and Media | 3 |
| SMC 403 | Sports Content for Social Platforms (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| Required Elective | Elective Course (note)*In consultation with their adviser, students will select three credits of 300-level or higher Newhouse coursework, including internships or experience-based credits, tailored to complement their individual learning objectives. | 3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 464 | Production Capstone | 3 |
Track Five: Screenwriting
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from list below): |
||
| TRF 400 | The Science of Entertainment Media | 3 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
|
Experiential Courses (choose 6 credits from list below): |
||
| TRF 420 | Topics in Screenwriting (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 421 | Feature Film Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 422 | Comedy Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 423 | Writing the One-Hour Drama (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 500 | American High Masterclass: Screenwriting Workshop | 1 |
| TRF 510 | Breaking the Story (LA) | 1 |
| Required Elective | Elective Courses (note)*In consultation with their adviser, students will select six credits of 300-level or higher Newhouse coursework, including internships or experience-based credits, tailored to complement their individual learning objectives. | 6 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 467 | Screen Writing Master Class | 3 |
Track Six: Sports Media & Communications
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Critical Thinking Course
(choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| SMC 214 | Writing for Sports Communications | 3 |
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esports and Media | 3 |
| TRF 200 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| TRF 400 | The Science of Entertainment Media | 3 |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
|
Experiential Required Courses (choose 9 credits from the list below): |
||
| SMC 214 | Writing for Sports Communications | 3 |
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esports and Media | 3 |
| SMC 403 | Sports Content for Social Platforms (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| SMC 424 | The Sports Media Pitch | 3 |
| SMC 454 | Sports Writing Across Platforms | 3 |
| SMC 500 | Performance for Sports Media | 3 |
| SMC 500 | Sports Betting and Media | 1 |
| SMC 510 | Topics in Sports Media & Communications (repeatable 6x) | 1 each |
| Required Elective | Elective Course (note)*In consultation with their adviser, students will select three credits of 300-level or higher Newhouse coursework, including internships or experience-based credits, tailored to complement their individual learning objectives. | 3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| SMC 482 | Sports Feature Production Capstone | 3 |
Track Seven: Signature
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
| Critical Thinking Course
(choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation & Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| TRF 400 | The Science pf Entertainment Media | 3 |
| TRF 496 | Research for Entertainment Media | 3 |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
| TRF 560 | Topics in International Perspectives: Global Media Thinking | 3 |
| Required Elective | Elective Courses (note)*In consultation with their adviser, students will select twelve credits of 300-level or higher Newhouse coursework, including internships or experience-based credits, tailored to complement their individual learning objectives. | 12 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 463 | Television, Radio and Film Capstone | 3 |
Class of 2030 Major Requirements: Television, Radio and Film
First or Second Year:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| COM 101 | Grammar Competency (note 4)*Students must pass COM 101, a 0-credit grammar competency as part of their degree requirements. There will be two ways students can accomplish this: • First, by passing a written grammar competency exam at the beginning of their first fall semester in Newhouse. A passing grade on the exam will fulfill the competency requirement and earn a P in the COM 101 course on their transcript. • Secondly, by completing an asynchronous review of grammar which will be made available in the COM 101 course, and passing an online grammar competency exam offered again at the end of the review. COM 101 is P/F/V so students can retake the asynchronous portion of the course as needed until they pass but must have a P to be eligible for graduation. | 0 |
| COM 107 | Communications and Society | 3 |
| COM 117 | Multimedia Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 205 | Sight, Sound and Motion (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| TRF 211
or SMC 214 |
Screenwriting (prereq)*COM 117 (last name)*A-K fall; L-Z spring (Sophomore Standing)COM 117
or Writing for Sports Communications (Sports Media & Communications Track ONLY) ORCOM 117 |
3 |
| TRF 235 | Principles and Practices: TRF Industries A-K spring; L-Z fall(prereq)*COM 107 (last name)*A-K spring; L-Z fall (Sophomore Standing)A-K spring; L-Z fallCOM 107 | 3 |
TRACK: CHOOSE ONE
Cinematography • Executive • Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship • Production • Sports Media & Communications • Screenwriting • Signature
Third and Fourth Year:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Global Experience (note 1)*The Global Experience may be fulfilled by studying abroad or by taking an approved class. A list of courses that fulfill this requirement can be found in the Newhouse Guidebook. If a student chooses to take a Newhouse class to fulfill this requirement, the additional Newhouse hours will be added to the 122 credits needed for graduation if the student has reached the 45 Newhouse-credit maximum. | ||
| PHI 293 | Ethics and Media Professions (note 3)*PHI 293 is a Liberal Arts course and will count towards the 61 credits of Liberal Arts needed for the degree. | |
| TRF 340 | Topics in Critical & Historical Perspectives | 3 |
| DIVERSITY REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| COM 346
COM 348 COM 350 |
Race, Gender and the Media (prereq)*COM 107
Beauty and Diversity in Fashion Media Topics in Media, Diversity and Inclusion (prereq)*COM 107COM 107 |
3 |
| COM 506 | Communications Law for Television, Radio and Film (senior standing)Senior StandingA-K fall; L-Z spring | 3 |
Total credits: 42
Notes
- The Global Experience may be fulfilled by studying abroad or by taking an approved class. A list of courses that fulfill this requirement can be found in the Newhouse Guidebook. If a student chooses to take a Newhouse class to fulfill this requirement, the additional Newhouse hours will be added to the 122 credits needed for graduation if the student has reached the 45 Newhouse-credit maximum.
- The TRF Department encourages students to take advantage of internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. ONE-CREDIT internships are preferred as they place considerable emphasis on workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits toward the 122 credits required for graduation. These credits may include COM 470, COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum, and TRF 475 Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores, juniors and seniors may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit without special permission.
- PHI 293 is a Liberal Arts course and will count towards the 61 credits of Liberal Arts needed for the degree.
- Students must pass COM 101, a 0-credit grammar competency as part of their degree requirements. There will be two ways students can accomplish this:
• First, by passing a written grammar competency exam at the beginning of their first fall semester in Newhouse. A passing grade on the exam will fulfill the competency requirement and earn a P in the COM 101 course on their transcript.
• Secondly, by completing an asynchronous review of grammar which will be made available in the COM 101 course, and passing an online grammar competency exam offered again at the end of the review. COM 101 is P/F/V so students can retake the asynchronous portion of the course as needed until they pass but must have a P to be eligible for graduation. - TRF majors have the option of studying full-time for a semester in LA or NYC, but not both. Students choosing one of these options should plan out their TRF credits carefully with their advisor. With careful planning, it is also possible for students to study abroad for one semester before or after LA or NYC.
Track One: Cinematography
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Critical Thinking Course | ||
| CIN 313 | Cinematography I: Fundamentals (prereq)*TRF 205 or VIS 201 | 3 |
| Cinematography Core-Required | ||
| CIN 303 | Non-Fiction Video Storytelling (prereq)*TRF 205 or VIS 201 TRF 205 or VIS 201 |
3 |
| CIN 323 | Cinematic Light & Lens (prereq)*CIN 313 or TRF 452 or VIS 413 | 3 |
| CIN 433 | Cinematography II: Cinematic Storytelling (prereq)*CIN 313 or TRF 452 or VIS 413 | 3 |
| Experiential Courses (note)*In consultation with their adviser, students will select three credits of 300-level or higher Newhouse coursework, including internships or experience-based credits, tailored to complement their individual learning objectives. | 3 | |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| CIN 483 | Cinematography Capstone (prereq)*CIN 433 | 3 |
Track Two: Executive
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose ONE of the following): |
||
| COM 415 |
Digital Nation (NYC) |
3 |
| TRF 400 |
The Science of Entertainment Media |
3 |
| TRF 471 |
TV Nation (LA) |
3 |
| TRF 496 |
Research for Entertainment Media |
3 |
|
Experiential Courses (choose 9 credits from the list below): |
||
| Executive Strategy & Decision-Making: | ||
| TRF 400 | The Art of Producing (LA Summer) | 2 |
| TRF 400 | The Science of Entertainment Business | 3 |
| TRF 430 | Topics in Entertainment Business:
-Artist Representation |
3 each |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 496 | Research for Entertainment Media | 3 |
| TRF 500 | American High Masterclass -Film Business Workshop (repeatable 3x) |
1 each |
| TRF 510 | Specialized Practice:
– Business & Legal Affairs in Entertainment Media |
1 each |
| TRF 560 | Topics in International Perspectives: Global Media Thinking | 3 |
| TRF 592 | Film Business | 3 |
| Innovation & Entrepreneurship: | ||
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MMI 434 | Trendspotting in Digital Media | 3 |
| MMI 510 | Special Topics in Media Entrepreneurship:
– Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals |
1 each |
| Interdisciplinary Media Business: TRF 211 |
||
| BAN 454 | Music Business, Technology & Emerging Opportunities (LA) TRF 235 |
3 |
| COM 415 | Digital National (LA) | 3 |
| COM 425 | Social Platforms, Processes and Perspectives (NYC) | 3 |
| MND 413 | Emerging Media Platforms TRF students are encouraged to take internships in the fields of television, radio, film and new media. One-credit internships are preferred as they emphasize workplace experience. Students may count up to three internship credits in the 15-credit Tools category. These credits may include: COM 470 and COM 475 NYC Communications Industry Practicum or TRF 475 Los Angeles Entertainment Industry Practicum. Sophomores and up may receive credit for internship experiences with departmental approval. Singly-enrolled Newhouse students are not permitted to enroll in non-communications experience credit. |
3 |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| Required Elective | Elective Course (note)*In consultation with their adviser, students will select three credits of 300-level or higher Newhouse coursework, including internships or experience-based credits, tailored to complement their individual learning objectives. | 3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| TRF 461
or TRF 456 |
Entertainment Business Capstone
or Hollywood: Game Changers (LA) |
3 |
Track Three: Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| MMI 510 | Topics in Media Entrepreneurship:
– Entrepreneurial Thinking for Media Professionals (1 credit) (REQUIRED) + Choose ONE from the following Titles: |
3 |
|
Experiential Required Course |
||
| BAN 454 | Music Business, Technology & Emerging Opportunities (LA) | 3 |
| MMI 425 | Advanced Media Business | 3 |
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MMI 434 | Trendspotting in Digital Media | 3 |
| MND 413 | Emerging Media Platforms | 3 |
| MND 545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| TRF 400 | The Science of Entertainment Media | 3 |
| TRF 560 | Topics in International Perspectives: Global Media Thinking | 3 |
| Required Elective | Elective Courses (note)*In consultation with their adviser, students will select six credits of 300-level or higher Newhouse coursework, including internships or experience-based credits, tailored to complement their individual learning objectives. | 6 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT: CHOOSE 1 COURSE BELOW | ||
| MMI 427
or TRF 465 |
New Media Venture Launch
or Hollywood: Game Changes (LA) |
3 |
Track Four: Production
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Critical Thinking Required Course |
||
| TRF 201 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
|
Experiential Required Courses |
||
|
Audio: |
||
| TRF 400 |
Radio Phoenix: 21st Century Music Radio Essentials |
3 |
| TRF 450 |
Topics in Production: Sound Experiments |
3 |
| TRF 454 |
Music Production |
3 |
| TRF 456 |
Sound for Picture |
3 |
| TRF 457 |
Music Underscoring |
3 |
| TRF 510 |
Specialized Practice: – Art of the Voiceover I (1 credit) |
1 credit each |
|
Cinematography: |
||
| CIN 303 | Nonfiction Video Storytelling (prereq)*TRF 205 or VIS 201 | 3 |
| CIN 313 | Cinematography I: Fundamentals (prereq)*TRF 205 or VIS 201 | 3 |
| CIN 323 | Cinematic Light and Lens (prereq)*CIN 313 or TRF 452 or VIS 413 | 3 |
| CIN 433 | Cinematography II: Cinematic Storytelling (prereq)*CIN 313 or TRF 452 or VIS 413 | 3 |
| CIN 510 | Topics in Cinematography: (prereq)*CIN 313 and CIN 433
– Cinematic Movement |
1 each |
| Film and TV Content: | ||
| TRF 400 | Special Topics:
– Directing Studio Productions with Automation (3 credits) |
|
| TRF 415 | Camera Acting for Writers, Producers, and Directors (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 441 | Visual Effects for Live Action (prereq)* SMC 405 or TRF 205 or VIS 301 | 3 |
| TRF 442 | Multicamera Television Production | 3 |
| TRF 444 | Production Management | 3 |
| TRF 445 | Post-Production Practices (prereq)*SMC 405 or TRF 205 or VIS 301 | 3 |
| TRF 446 | Working with Actors | 3 |
| TRF 447 | Animation for Film and TV (prereq)*SMC 405 or TRF 205 or VIS 301 | 3 |
| TRF 450 | Topics in Production: (prereq)*TRF 205
– The Art of Editing for TV and Film |
3 each |
| TRF 451 | Directing (prereq) *TRF 205 | 3 |
| TRF 453 | Short-form Production | 3 |
| TRF 459 | Documentary Production | 3 |
| TRF 500 | American High Masterclass: Production Workshop | 1 |
| TRF 510 | Specialized Practice:
– Avid Editing I |
1 each |
| Sports Media: | ||
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esports and Media | 3 |
| SMC 403 | Sports Content for Social Platforms (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| Interdisciplinary Production | ||
| MND 405 | Multimedia Projects | 3 |
| MND545 | Virtual Reality Storytelling | 3 |
| Required Elective | Elective Course (note)*In consultation with their adviser, students will select three credits of 300-level or higher Newhouse coursework, including internships or experience-based credits, tailored to complement their individual learning objectives. | 3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 464 | Production Capstone | 3 |
Track Five: Screenwriting
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
|
Critical Thinking Course (choose 3 credits from list below): |
||
| TRF 400 | The Science of Entertainment Media | 3 |
| TRF 429 | Creative Producing | 3 |
| TRF 471 | TV Nation (LA) | 3 |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
|
Experiential Courses (choose 6 credits from list below): |
||
| TRF 420 | Topics in Screenwriting (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 421 | Feature Film Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 422 | Comedy Writing (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 423 | Writing the One-Hour Drama (prereq)*TRF 211 | 3 |
| TRF 500 | American High Masterclass: Screenwriting Workshop | 1 |
| TRF 510 | Breaking the Story (LA) | 1 |
| Required Elective | Elective Courses (note)*In consultation with their adviser, students will select six credits of 300-level or higher Newhouse coursework, including internships or experience-based credits, tailored to complement their individual learning objectives. | 6 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 467 | Screenwriting Capstone | 3 |
Track Six: Sports Media & Communications
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Critical Thinking Course
(choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| SMC 214 | Writing for Sports Communications | 3 |
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esports and Media | 3 |
| TRF 201 | Foundational Skills in Production | 3 |
| TRF 400 | The Science of Entertainment Media | 3 |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
|
Experiential Required Courses (choose 9 credits from the list below): |
||
| SMC 214 | Writing for Sports Communications | 3 |
| SMC 330 | Topics in Esports and Media | 3 |
| SMC 403 | Sports Content for Social Platforms (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| SMC 422 | Sports Production | 3 |
| SMC 423 | Sports Documentary (prereq)*COM 117 | 3 |
| SMC 424 | The Sports Media Pitch | 3 |
| SMC 454 | Sports Writing Across Platforms | 3 |
| SMC 500 | Performance for Sports Media | 3 |
| SMC 500 | Sports Betting and Media | 1 |
| SMC 510 | Topics in Sports Media & Communications (repeatable 6x) | 1 each |
| Required Elective | Elective Course (note)*In consultation with their adviser, students will select three credits of 300-level or higher Newhouse coursework, including internships or experience-based credits, tailored to complement their individual learning objectives. | 3 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| SMC 482 | Sports Feature Production Capstone | 3 |
Track Seven: Signature
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
| Critical Thinking Course
(choose 3 credits from the list below): |
||
| MMI 428 | Entertainment Innovation & Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| TRF 400 | The Science pf Entertainment Media | 3 |
| TRF 496 | Research for Entertainment Media | 3 |
| TRF 530 | Popular Culture Studies | 3 |
| TRF 560 | Topics in International Perspectives: Global Media Thinking | 3 |
| Required Elective | Elective Courses (note)*In consultation with their adviser, students will select twelve credits of 300-level or higher Newhouse coursework, including internships or experience-based credits, tailored to complement their individual learning objectives. | 12 |
| CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT | ||
| TRF 463 | Television, Radio and Film Capstone | 3 |