Study Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree in Film/TV: Screenwriting at De Anza College in the USA, Creative Arts Division

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The Film/TV: Screenwriting A.A. degree provides a foundation for students interested in pursuing a career in screenwriting for film or pursuing a bachelor's degree in Film/Television. Students are exposed to the craft and business of screenwriting. In order to fulfill the major requirements, students take each course in the screenwriting series, courses in cinema studies and media theory and basic production courses.Upon completion, students will be able toApply the principles of cinematic story, character and theme to screenwritingWrite both short and feature-length screenplays with good technique and craftExecute the step-by-step process of screenwriting from concept and idea to completed screenplayApply all aspects of story and character to oral pitchesUnderstand the business of screenwriting and how to best position themselves for success

Which department am I in?

Creative Arts Division

Study options

Full Time (6 Semesters)

Tuition fees

US$10,224.00 per year

Tuition and fees (based on a minimum of 12 units per quarter at USD $284 per unit, effective July 1, 2026.); Estimated cost for books and supplies - USD $1,500

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

15/02/2027

Start date

April 2027

Venue

De Anza College

21250 Stevens Creek Blvd.,

Cupertino,

California,

95014, West, United States

Full Time (6 Semesters)

Tuition fees

US$10,224.00 per year

Tuition and fees (based on a minimum of 12 units per quarter at USD $284 per unit, effective July 1, 2026.); Estimated cost for books and supplies - USD $1,500

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

15/04/2027

Start date

June 2027

Venue

De Anza College

21250 Stevens Creek Blvd.,

Cupertino,

California,

95014, West, United States

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Entry requirements

For international students

Upload an official school transcript. Students must be 18 years old to attend college. Students who are younger than 18 (but at least 16 before first day of classes) can attend with proof of secondary/high school completion or the equivalent. All documents must be in English or officially translated into English.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.