About the Program
Why Study Radio, Television and Cinema at CIU?
- Our program is nationally accredited, serving as an official testament to our high academic standards, rigorous curriculum, and commitment to quality education.
- Our young and dynamic faculty members are dedicated to fostering your individual talent. We provide close, one-on-one mentorship to support students’ original and creative projects, extending learning well beyond the traditional classroom.
- We provide a rich, hands-on learning environment equipped with the physical facilities of the RTV Studio and an extensive and up-to-date equipment inventory ranging from drones to GoPros, gimbals to cinematic cameras, and Blackmagic ATEM switchers to live broadcast and radio mixers.
- Our curriculum offers a carefully balanced distribution of courses across radio, television, and cinema, giving you the unique opportunity to specialize in all three fields and become a versatile media professional.
- We believe in the power of showcasing student talent. Our department actively encourages and supports participation in prestigious domestic and international competitions, empowering you to develop your creative voice with confidence.
- Through established protocols and strong collaborations with state news, radio, and television institutions, our students benefit from authentic field experience and invaluable on-site learning opportunities.
- With diverse coursework spanning the entire creative lifecycle of pre-production, production, and post-production, our curriculum ensures you will graduate fully equipped with professional competencies in screenwriting, storytelling, art direction, lighting, sound design, advanced editing, and media relations.
- With graduation projects and advanced production courses, you will build a diverse portfolio of original work spanning social media, radio, television, and cinema to confidently present to prospective employers.
The Overview of Our Curriculum
- The first year introduces you to basic media literacy, while building basic skills in photography, radio, and television. You will also take general psychology, sociology, and computer courses to give you a well-rounded start.
- The second year teaches you how to write scripts for films and TV shows while focusing on hands-on video editing, camera work, and lighting. You will also learn about media laws, communication theories, and how social media is used in the industry today. You will also start taking elective courses to widen your intellectual horizons and practical capabilities in a way that complements your existing interests and skills.
- The third year lets you jump into real directing and producing while learning about film history and how to analyze films and producing news for radio and television along with more elective courses. You will also complete your first twenty-day summer training at a real media company to get your first taste of actual field experience.
- The fourth year is all about freedom, allowing you to choose many elective classes that match your personal career goals. Best of all, you will complete two major graduation projects—one for radio and television and one for film—alongside a second twenty-day summer training to finish your professional portfolio.
Studio Based Learning and Creative Practice
At the heart of our program is a strong emphasis on hands-on, studio-based learning. The Radio and Television Studio serves as a professional training and production environment where students transform theory into practice.
Students benefit from:
- Access to advanced production equipment (cameras, lighting, sound systems, live broadcast tools)
- Training in camera operation, editing, sound, and lighting design
- Opportunities to produce short films, documentaries, and digital media content
- Experience in live broadcasting and streaming services
- Participation in real productions for university and external collaborations
Accreditations
The Radio, Television, and Cinema Program has been accredited by the Communication Education Evaluation Accreditation Board (İLEDAK), the institution authorized to conduct external evaluations and grant accreditation in the field of communication, as of January 12, 2023.
This accreditation confirms that our program meets national quality standards and is committed to continuous improvement processes. Our students receive a current and innovative education aligned with industry expectations, allowing them to maximize skills such as critical thinking, creative content production, and ethical responsibility.
For our graduates, holding a degree from an accredited program enhances their recognition and competitiveness in the job market. İLEDAK accreditation strengthens their position in both local and international employment opportunities and serves as a prestigious credential for those pursuing an academic career.
Education Opportunities
In addition to a full-time academic staff, our department benefits from part-time faculty members with industry experience. Additionally, media professionals and distinguished academics are invited as guest speakers to share their insights with students.
Our students have the opportunity to work as assistant students in our radio and television studios. The university’s radio station, CIU FM, which broadcasts continuously on FM 107.2 with a digital infrastructure, offers students hands-on experience in radio programming, broadcasting, and station management.
Furthermore, students’ projects, whether developed within courses or independently, are supported, and their participation in national and international competitions is encouraged.
Career Areas
Our graduates who successfully complete their coursework and internships can work in various media organizations, including;
- Radio and television networks,
- Film production companies,
- and other platforms involved in audiovisual content creation.
They can take on roles in production, management, and design as scriptwriters, screenwriters, producers, directors, cinematographers, art directors, set crew members, presenters, cameramen, lighting and sound operators, video editors, and more.
Additionally, they can pursue academic careers by enrolling in graduate programs.
