The Arts

New and Popular Programs

RESIDENTIAL HOME REMODELING: A BASIC GUIDE

An introductory guide to remodeling residential homes, including floor plan reorganization to improve flow and enhance modern lifestyle needs; selection of appropriate materials and finishes for main living areas, kitchens, and bathrooms; and practical resources for designers, homeowners, and prospective buyers.

ENTERTAINMENT Film Scoring Certificate

One of the top film scoring programs in the world, our certificate program gives students the opportunity to score cues for films, television shows, and video games. Instruction emphasizes maximizing a project’s budget by composing music both electronically using MIDI and using professional union musicians. Students learn the essential creative, business and technical skills needed for a successful career in film scoring. By the program end, participants have composed and produced many pieces suitable for their professional reels. All certificate students become eligible to compete for the bi-annual BMI/Jerry Goldsmith Film Scoring Scholarship competition after completing one quarter of classes.

Music Supervision Specialization

Music supervisors are essential for selecting the perfect music cues for film, television or other visual media. The Specialization in Music Supervision equips students with the skills needed to get started in this field, including knowledge of how music impacts the visual medium, the technical and legal components of music placement, and how to manage a musical budget and production for a project. Now available in-person and remote/online.

Fields of Study

Architecture & Interior Design

Design & Arts

Entertainment

Landscape Architecture & Horticulture Writers’ Program

Explore all of our courses and certificates, in person, hybrid, or online: uclaextension.edu

Directing Certificate

With a focus on independent filmmaking, the Directing Certificate teaches participants the essential principles of the art and craft of directing. Our instructors mentor students in the role of story, directing actors, and the aesthetics of filmmaking, as well as the practical responsibilities of the director. Using the student’s own equipment, directing workshops offer a comprehensive hands-on component. Beginning with simple exercises, students progress to directing their original short film, and have opportunities to submit to the UCLAxFilmFest competition and network with peers and industry professionals. Courses are offered both in-person and remote.