Cal State Long Beach Cinematic Arts
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Cal State Long Beach lists for Cinematic Arts transfers starts with CINE 100, CINE 101 and CINE 170; the full list is below.
40 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with CSULB for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.
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Major Requirements
Cal State Long Beach Cinematic Arts Major Preparation
The courses Cal State Long Beach lists as Cinematic Arts major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are CSULB's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Lower division major requirements
Complete all of these
- CINE 100 Orientation to Cinematic Arts
- CINE 101 Understanding Film
- CINE 170 On-Set Safety and Best Practices
- CINE 201 Film History I: Origins to 1960
- CINE 202 Film History II: 1960 to Present
- CINE 207 Introduction to Screenwriting
- CINE 210 Sight, Sound & Story
- CINE 220 The Visual Story
- CINE 272 Editing I Lab
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cal State Long Beach have a Cinematic Arts major for transfer students?
Yes. Cal State Long Beach offers Cinematic Arts (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to Cal State Long Beach for Cinematic Arts?
Cal State Long Beach's Cinematic Arts major preparation includes CINE 100, CINE 101, CINE 170, CINE 201, CINE 202 and CINE 207, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
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