Contact Van Dora Williams, Filmmaking Program Director
Email: vwilliams@champlain.edu
Phone: 802.865.8476
Want to see the world? Why wait?
Champlain makes it easy to embark on a life-changing semester (or two) in distant areas of the globe. All our majors are designed to accommodate a semester studying in a foreign country. With Champlain Abroad Dublin, Champlain Abroad Montreal, exchange programs, and third-party programs, the possibilities are nearly limitless for exploring unique landscapes and different cultures.
In addition to taking classes and living in a new place, studying abroad is an opportunity to confront your own assumptions, meet new people, embrace curiosity, and gain a richer understanding of the world by truly realizing what it means to see from a global perspective.
Wherever you'd like to go, your advisors will work with you to ensure your study-abroad experience suits your interests and fulfills your academic goals and requirements.
FILM STUDENTS STUDY IN MONTREAL, CANADA DURING THEIR SPRING SEMESTER. Montreal is ranked as one of the world's "Hippest" cities by the New York Times. Our program is known for cutting-edge academics and internship placements in a city famous for its innovative economy. Located in the heart of downtown Montreal, Champlain Abroad Montreal gives you professional, cultural, and dynamic experiences. Explore the city by visiting some of the festivals, museums, and cultural landmarks through field trips and other guided immersion opportunities.
Sample Major-Specific Courses Offered in Montreal
FLM 281: CANADIAN CULTURE THROUGH FILM (FLM Elective)
FLM 315: FILMMAKING II (Spring Only)
SCI 155: GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL EARTH SCIENCE (With Lab - 4 Credits)
SAP 390: INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE (6 Credits)**
Sample Core 330 Courses
Students will select two culture courses that meet COR 330 requirements, such as:
ART 330A: CULTURAL IMMERSION THROUGH CANADIAN MUSIC
MGT 335: INTERNATIONAL SPECIAL TOPICS IN BUSINESS: MONTREAL
CCM 301: MONTREAL EMERGING MEDIA AND INNOVATION
COR 310: GLOBAL STUDIES I: THE GLOBAL CONDITION (Spring Only)
COR 320: GLOBAL STUDIES II: HUMAN RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES (Spring Only)
FLM 281: CANADIAN CULTURE THROUGH FILM
HIS 415: CANADIAN - AMERICAN RELATIONS
LAN 110: FRENCH III
SWK 230: LGBTQ MONTREAL
WRT 236: FOOD WRITING IN MONTREAL
* Full course listings available at champlain.edu/champlain-abroad
** Students with a competitive GPA are eligible to apply for a credit-bearing internship in Montreal or Dublin at a company or organization related to their field of study. Please contact OIE for more information about these opportunities: oie@champlain.edu.
FILMMAKING STUDENTS STUDY IN DUBLIN, IRELAND DURING THEIR FALL SEMESTER. Dublin is an active, energetic capital city with a young population and a friendly town feel. Dublin has a relaxed atmosphere and a vibrant creative community, with a large number of innovative startup companies.
Sample Major-Specific Courses Offered in Dublin
ART 220: IRISH CULTURE THROUGH THE FINE ARTS (Elective)
ART 380: ADVANCED ART HISTORY: CREATIVE DUBLIN
FLM 280: IRISH CULTURE THROUGH FILM (FLM Elective)
FLM 315: FILMMAKING II (Fall Only)
SCI 155: GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL EARTH SCIENCE (With Lab - 4 Credits)
SAP 390: INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE (6 Credits)**
Sample Core 330 Courses
Students will select two culture courses that meet COR 330 requirements, such as:
ART 220: IRISH CULTURE THROUGH THE FINE ARTS
ART 330: CEOL NA HEIREANN: CULTURAL IMMERSION THROUGH IRISH MUSIC
MGT 335: IRELAND & THE EUROPEAN PROJECT
COR 310: GLOBAL STUDIES I: THE GLOBAL CONDITION (Spring Only)
COR 320: GLOBAL STUDIES II: HUMAN RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES (Spring Only)
FLM 280: IRISH CULTURE THROUGH FILM
HIS 315: THE EARLY HISTORY OF IRELAND
ENG 335: THE DUBLIN LITERARY EXPERIENCE
WRT 335: WRITING THE CITY: DUBLIN
* Full course listings available at champlain.edu/champlain-abroad
** Students with a competitive GPA are eligible to apply for a credit-bearing internship in Montreal or Dublin at a company or organization related to their field of study. Please contact OIE for more information about these opportunities: oie@champlain.edu.
As the vibrant cultural capital of Quebec, Montreal serves as the urban backdrop for this highly creative and immersive 6-credit Urban Indie Filmmaking course. From writing screenplays, documentary treatments, and visual concepts to mastering the tools of cinematography, sound recording, and video editing, students will engage with the film production workflow, including how to promote and distribute their films. Please contact OIE for more information: oie@champlain.edu.
Please visit Champlain Abroad to learn more about our study abroad programs and options.