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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

MUSC X 424.8

The DJ as Music Producer: Ableton Live & DJ Technology

Increasingly, DJing and music production go hand in hand as different but complementary skillsets. DJs who also produce their own music, remixes, or mashups increase their chances to get bookings.
MUSC X 447.31

The Insider's Guide to Music Management

Discover all that it takes to be a successful music manager from finding out what exactly they do, to avoiding management pitfalls, and understanding how managers work in the independent and digital space.
FILM TV X 476.581

The Language of Filmmaking

Learn the many components of film language used by great directors to tell their stories in the most effective way. Analyze shooting and editing techniques employed by the best filmmakers of all time.
MUSC X 448.6

The Record Production Process: Professional Practices

An overview of the role of the record producer and their responsibility through all the stages of making a record: pre-production, recording, overdubs, editing, mixing, and mastering.
FILM TV X 478.301

The Role of the Digital Imaging Technician in Cinematography

Discover the changing, necessary role of the Digital Imaging Technician (DIT), how crucial it is in helping the director of photography, and the growing entry-level opportunities for every kind of production.