Marymount University

What you'll study

This programme combines core liberal-arts education with technical and creative training in audio and visual media. Course work emphasises hands-on labs, project-based learning and industry-standard workflows.

• Foundations of Media Production — basic camera operation, digital video workflows, sound fundamentals and introduction to lighting.
• Audio Production and Engineering — studio and field recording techniques, signal flow, mixing and audio post-production.
• Video Editing and Post-Production — non-linear editing, colour correction, motion graphics and file-based delivery for multiple platforms.
• Live and Multi-Camera Production — switching, live streaming, broadcast control room operations and event production.
• Digital Media Technologies — codecs, compression, media asset management and distribution across broadcast, web and mobile.
• Scriptwriting and Visual Storytelling — story development, shot planning, storyboards and producing content for different audiences.
• Media Law and Ethics — copyright, rights clearance, accessibility and ethical issues in contemporary media.
• Project Management and Business of Media — budgeting, scheduling, client relations and pitching media projects.
• Internship / Practicum — supervised placement with a media organisation, campus production unit or corporate communications department to apply skills in a professional setting.
• Capstone Project — a culminating production project or portfolio demonstrating technical competency and creative vision.

Entry requirements

Applicants are typically expected to hold a recognised secondary-school qualification. Admissions assess academic preparation, communication skills and evidence of interest in media production.

• Completion of secondary education or equivalent. Competitive academic achievement in prior study is considered.
• Recommended preparatory subjects include English and mathematics; coursework or extracurricular experience in media, theatre or technology is advantageous.
• Applicants may be asked to submit a short portfolio or samples of creative work (video clips, audio recordings, multimedia projects) where available.
• Transfer applicants should provide college transcripts; course equivalencies and transfer credits are evaluated on an individual basis.
• International applicants must meet English-language proficiency requirements through approved tests or prior education delivered in English.

Career prospects

Graduates gain both technical and creative skills that suit a range of entry-level and mid-level roles across media industries, corporate communications and events.

• Broadcast and streaming technician, studio operator or control-room engineer.
• Video producer, director of photography, editor or post-production specialist.
• Audio engineer, location sound recordist or mixing engineer.
• Multimedia specialist, content producer or digital media manager for organisations and agencies.
• Live events technician and production manager for concerts, conferences or institutional events.
• Roles in corporate communications, educational media, government media services or non-profit media production.
• Pathways to further study in media, communications, production management or related technical fields.

Why study at Marymount University

Marymount offers a liberal-arts environment with a practical emphasis on experiential learning and small class sizes, enabling close collaboration with faculty. The programme leverages industry-standard labs and studios where students gain direct experience with the equipment and software used professionally.

• Hands-on learning in dedicated media labs and production spaces, with opportunities to work on campus broadcasting and event projects.
• Proximity to a large metropolitan media market and Washington, D.C., which supports internship placements, guest speakers and industry partnerships.
• Faculty with professional experience in production, audio engineering and media management who mentor student projects and portfolios.
• Career services and practicum opportunities that connect students with employers in broadcast, streaming, corporate and live-event sectors.
• An interdisciplinary approach that combines technical training with communication skills, ethics and project management to prepare graduates for evolving media careers.