Application deadline
26 June 2026
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Producing I: Film and Television Development Summer Intensive Course
Study film and television development through UCLA's online producing course, with college-level coursework and academic credit.
Last verified: 6 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
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Producing I at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
High school, college, and adult students
Age range / Year group
Ages 15+
Location / Region
Online
Cost
From $420 per unit
Duration
3 weeks
Format
Online
Latest deadline
26 June 2026 · Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
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Latest verified cycle: 2026
Course code: FILM TV 183A
Course level: Upper-division undergraduate
Credential: UCLA college credit and transcript
Academic support: Instructor and TA office hours
Producing I summary
UCLA's Producing I course focuses on film and television development through academic coursework, with successful completion recorded as university credit.
It suits students who want to explore producing through serious subject study and are ready to keep pace with accelerated college-level learning.
Treat it as an academic commitment: the course is upper division, and credit transfer depends on the receiving institution.
What is Producing I: Film and Television Development Summer Intensive Course?
Producing I is UCLA Summer Sessions' FILM TV 183A course, focused on film and television development. It belongs to Summer Intensives, which compress regular academic coursework into an accelerated study period. The course is listed as online and approved for high school students.
Students undertake UCLA academic coursework and can earn college credit through successful completion. Their course record appears on a formal UCLA transcript. Because FILM TV 183A is an upper-division course, prospective students should assess their readiness for advanced undergraduate study.
Why Succeed highlights Producing I
The course gives producing a focused academic place within film and television study.
Successful completion earns UCLA credit recorded on an academic transcript.
Its online designation makes participation possible without traveling to UCLA.
High school approval creates a route into upper-division academic study for students ready for the challenge.
Who is Producing I for?
Best for
Students interested in producing and film or television development who want academic credit and can commit to accelerated college coursework.
Not ideal if
You need a leisurely introduction or expect attendance alone to strengthen an admissions application; UCLA gives no admissions advantage for Summer Sessions participation.
Is Producing I worth it?
This course is worth considering if film and television development is a serious academic interest and you want graded university coursework. UCLA credit and a formal transcript provide a concrete record of successful study. Its value depends on engaging with the work and understanding what you learned.
The accelerated pace and upper-division level make readiness more important than the university name. Confirm the full fee and any intended credit transfer before committing. Participation does not give an admissions advantage at UCLA or other UC campuses.
A practical overview of cost, time commitment, provider details, student outcomes and online support to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
From $420 per unit; includes College credit upon successful coursework completion., Academic work recorded on a UCLA transcript., Instructor and teaching assistant office-hour support..
Dates and time commitment
3 weeks; session cadence not listed.
Provider details
Review the UCLA Summer Sessions provider page and official sources before making a final decision.
What the student gains
Potential output: Program output. Check whether feedback, certificate, recommendation or application evidence is included.
Online support and safeguarding
Summer Scholars Support offers limited full and partial need- and merit-based scholarships for eligible California students in grades 9–11, including Summer Intensives participants. Eligible UCLA and visiting UC students may also receive summer financial aid.
What to check before committing
Confirm current dates, session schedule, payment terms, cancellation rules, support expectations and what output or certificate is included with the provider.
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Effort level
High, based on the accelerated format and upper-division level.
Best started
Begin planning several weeks before the next session starts, allowing time for account setup, credit advice, and payment.
Main challenge
Keeping up with coursework without conflicting commitments.
Typical preparation
Review FILM TV 183A's course description, restrictions, and instruction mode before registering.
Ask your home institution about credit transfer before committing.
Keep the session clear of vacations and overlapping classes.
Request disability accommodations immediately after enrollment, ideally at least three weeks before the course begins.
Useful if
You want to test your readiness for advanced film and television study.
What do students do on Producing I?
You undertake accelerated UCLA academic coursework focused on film and television development. Successful completion can earn university credit, with the course and grade recorded on your transcript.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Review the syllabus and confirm the course's online attendance requirements.
- 2
Attend required course meetings and keep pace with assigned work.
- 3
Use instructor or teaching assistant office hours when you need help.
- 4
Complete the course's academic requirements within the session.
- 5
Review your final grade and obtain a transcript through MyUCLA.
Producing I dates and deadlines
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
Reference date
Programme dates
22 June-10 July 2026
Registration opens
18 February 2026
Visiting-student Summer Courses registration.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Application deadline | 26 June 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Programme dates | 22 June-10 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Registration opens | 18 February 2026 | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
Visiting students: at least 15 by 22 June 2026.
FILM TV 183A is approved for high school students.
College students and adults may also participate.
Enrollment in an academic institution is not required.
Review course-specific restrictions and requisite experience.
International English-proficiency requirements apply when relevant.
How much does Producing I cost?
Non-UC visiting registration
$350 — Required visiting-student registration charge.
Funding or discounts
- Visiting UC registration: $175 — Registration charge for visiting UC students.
- Summer Scholars Support: Full or partial scholarships — Limited need- and merit-based awards for eligible California students in grades 9–11.
- UC student financial aid: Eligible UCLA students apply through UCLA; visiting UC students use their home campus.
What's included
College credit upon successful coursework completion., Academic work recorded on a UCLA transcript., Instructor and teaching assistant office-hour support.
How to apply to Producing I
- 1
Find FILM TV 183A in UCLA's Schedule of Classes and review its restrictions and meeting times.
- 2
Visiting students complete the official registration form and select Summer Courses.
- 3
Submit the form and pay the applicable visiting-student registration fee.
- 4
Use the emailed UID instructions to create a MyUCLA account.
- 5
Select Classes, then Find a Class and Enroll, and choose the course.
- 6
Confirm the course appears on your Study List and pay remaining charges through BruinBill.
- 7
Current UCLA students enroll directly through MyUCLA.
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Learning format
FILM TV 183A is listed as an online, three-week Summer Intensive that compresses regular UCLA academic coursework into an accelerated session. UCLA's online instruction labels determine whether attendance is scheduled or asynchronous; recorded classes can still require attendance at specified times.
Mentorship and feedback
Instructors and teaching assistants offer office hours.
Use office hours to ask questions about challenging material.
Visiting students can access the UCLA Undergraduate Writing Center.
The Center for Accessible Education supports documented accommodation needs.
Time-zone considerations
- Scheduled online classes require attendance at the listed meeting times.
- Only the Online Asynchronous label permits flexible attendance.
- International students take exclusively online courses from their own location.
- UCLA's session enrollment deadlines use Pacific Time.
Tech requirements
Create a MyUCLA account using your UCLA UID.
Use MyUCLA to manage enrollment and the Study List.
Access the BruinLearn class website for course grades and resources.
Assessment style
Academic coursework receives a final UCLA course grade.
- The instructor assigns the final course grade.
- The syllabus explains how the course is graded.
- The grading basis appears on your MyUCLA Study List.
- Your transcript records the course, units, and grade.
Portfolio and outputs
Main deliverable / output
Program output
UCLA college credit upon successful completion.
A formal academic transcript recording coursework and grades.
Producing I FAQs
Yes. UCLA lists FILM TV 183A as an online Summer Intensive approved for high school students.
FILM TV 183A is upper division. UCLA describes courses numbered 100–199 as designed primarily for students who have completed at least two years of college study, so high school students should assess their academic readiness carefully.
Standard approved-course enrollment does not require a transcript, SAT score, or recommendation letter. Course restrictions and international English-proficiency requirements may still apply.
Successful coursework earns UCLA college credit, but transfer is decided by the receiving institution. Ask your school or college for advance approval if transfer credit matters to your plans.
Only UCLA's Online Asynchronous designation permits flexible attendance. Online Recorded and Online Not Recorded courses still require attendance at the listed times.
Summer Scholars Support offers limited full and partial need- and merit-based scholarships for eligible California students in grades 9–11, including Summer Intensives participants. Eligible UCLA and visiting UC students may also receive summer financial aid.
Students can authorize third-party access through MyUCLA, including access to pay summer charges. Parents do not automatically receive access to grades or other student records.
UCLA states that Summer Sessions participation does not give an admissions advantage at UCLA or other UC campuses. Choose the course for its academic fit and the work you can accomplish.
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- Summer Bruin Guide - Summer Courses, Summer Online, & Summer Intensives - UCLA Summer Sessions
- Fee Calculator - UCLA Summer Sessions
- Approved Summer Courses for High School Students - UCLA Summer Sessions
- Enrollment and Academics - UCLA Summer Sessions
- Registration - UCLA Summer Sessions
- Calendar and Deadlines - UCLA Summer Sessions
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- Payment Information - UCLA Summer Sessions
- Fees, Payment and Financial Aid - UCLA Summer Sessions
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- FAQ - UCLA Summer Sessions
- 2026 Visiting Students Summer Courses Cheat Sheet
- Summer Intensives - UCLA Summer Sessions
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