Master’s Program in Cinema and Television
Program Objective
With the emergence of internet-based audiovisual broadcasting systems, the traditional fields of Cinema and Television have started to transform and converge. While theoretical studies in this field continue, the increasing number of content providers has highlighted the need for parallel development in content production.
Turkey, being highly specialized in traditional Cinema and Television content production, now requires a skilled workforce with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in response to this media convergence.
The Işık University Master’s Program in Cinema and Television approaches Cinema, Television, and Converging Media as distinct yet interrelated disciplines, acknowledging the unique theoretical characteristics of each. The program aims to train professionals who can contribute to content production at a global standard and prepare them for employment in the evolving media landscape.
Program Structure
The Master’s Program in Cinema and Television offers both thesis-based and non-thesis (project-based) options.
Audiovisual content serves as a fundamental tool for individual and societal transformation, as messages embedded in content production play a significant role in communication networks. This Master’s program is designed with an interdisciplinary approach, interacting with various academic fields, including:
- Cinema and Television Studies
- Art and Media
- Communication Studies
- Cultural Studies
- Methodology and Research
- Sociology and Psychology
Today, creative industries are seen as a major economic driver in national development. The growth of the cinema and television industries is closely tied to the advancement of these creative sectors.
This program is structured to align with international standards, ensuring that students gain:
- Advanced academic analysis skills
- Practical expertise in production
- Competence in media convergence
Language of Instruction: Turkish