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Study in the entertainment capital of the world.

Direct a movie. Score a film. Learn how to make it in Hollywood.

UCLA Extension's Entertainment Studies programs are recognized worldwide.

Our students, faculty, and alumni have won Oscars, Emmys, and Grammys. Our instructors are professionals in the entertainment industry. They will guide you, help you hone your skills, give you up to the minute advice, and open doors to industry connections. 

 

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Our students reach for the stars. (And sometimes become them.)

Courses are designed for people who want a real-world, hands-on education. Benefit from extensive networking and internship opportunities you won't find anywhere else.

 

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Courses

FILM TV X 476.894

Introduction to Feature Film Development

Discover the multifaceted world of feature film development from positions of executives and readers, to tracking talent and networking, as well as analyzing/reading scripts, coverage, and developing your own pitches/ideas.
MUSC X 480

Introduction to Logic Pro

Unlock your creative potential with Logic Pro, Apple’s industry-standard music production software used by top artists, composers, and producers worldwide. This course introduces you to the essential tools and workflows needed to take a song from idea to finished mix. Learn how to record, program, arrange, and produce using Logic’s powerful features—including the latest additions like Session Players, AI-assisted mastering, and Stem Splitter.

MUSC X 479.12

Introduction to Pro Tools

Build the skills and confidence to create professional audio with Pro Tools, the industry-standard digital audio workstation used in top studios, production houses, and post facilities worldwide. Whether you're starting your first project or looking to collaborate in a professional environment, this course equips you with the foundational knowledge you need to record, edit, and mix like a pro. Perfect for beginners or anyone new to the Pro Tools ecosystem, this is your gateway into the world of modern audio production

FILM TV X 477.241B

Introduction to Visual Effects Creation

Gain an understanding of the creation of visual effects (VFX), break down the core disciplines involved in creating VFX, examining both traditional methods and emerging AI and ML (machine-learning) methods, and complete a short VFX sequence using Adobe After Effects and/or Nuke, along with integrating at least one AI-based tool to demonstrate capability of a modern VFX workflow.
 
MUSC X 448.35

Legal and Practical Aspects of the Music Business

Discover how to monetize and maintain revenue in the music industry, no matter what your role may be, by exploring copyrights, streaming services, social networks, the nature of talent/business agreements, and much more.