The Cinematic Storytelling track introduces students to the core principles of narrative design, thematic philosophy, and creative enterprise using foundational modern franchises: Star Wars, The Lord of the Rings, and Harry Potter.
Accessible to all academic backgrounds, this introductory track explores how compelling world-building, leadership dynamics, and cultural resonance come together to form lasting global stories. Students will gain practical insights into narrative structure and brand development, sharpening their critical thinking, audience analysis, and communication skills to better express complex ideas across any professional field.
This course is offered by the
Faculty of Cinematic Arts (FCA).
(Complete these 3 courses)
This course explores the Star Wars franchise to show how modern storytelling shapes global culture and business. Students will examine how classic myths are updated for modern audiences, how creative ideas turn into multi-billion-dollar enterprises, and how the choices made by characters reflect real-world ethics. Designed for non-film majors, this subject highlights the power of creative thinking in business, technology, and everyday decision-making.
This course uses legendary writer ; J.R.R. Tolkien’s universe to explore the mechanics of classic mythic storytelling, high-stakes leadership, and creative project management. Students will analyze how ordinary characters complete the classic Hero’s Journey, how diverse teams cooperate under crisis, and how Peter Jackson’s film adaptations transformed a literary masterpiece into a multi-billion-dollar global brand. Designed for non-film majors, this subject highlights how archetypal journeys inspire real-world leadership, team collaboration, and industrial innovation.
This course uses the Harry Potter universe to explore how contemporary storytelling shapes modern culture, corporate ethics, and global creative industries. Students will analyze how the classic Hero’s Journey operates within a familiar school setting, how themes of power and institutional diversity mirror real-world social challenges, and how a single series of books grew into a multi-billion-dollar global phenomenon. Designed for non-film majors and open to a general audience, this subject highlights how narrative world-building can inspire creative leadership and innovative real-world projects.
