M.F.A. in Science and Natural History Filmmaking

The Master of Fine Arts Program in Science and Natural History Filmmaking at Montana State University is considered one of the best programs in the world dedicated to this unique and rewarding field of filmmaking. Our mission is to provide filmmaking knowledge to students with formal education and experience in science, engineering, and technology so they may create accurate, innovative, and exciting programs that advance the public understanding of science. The pandemic, concern for the climate, and other policy issues relying on science have made this goal even more central to the way we all live.Graduates have pursued successful careers as award-winning independent filmmakers, staff creators at major agencies and organizations, and production leaders at major channels and streaming platforms. They have contributed to the stellar reputations of National Geographic, PBS, Netflix, and the BBC among many others. Other alumni are communications executives with foundations, NGOS and government agencies. Several hold tenure-track and tenured professorial appointments at major universities.