Program Overview

MA Editing for TV, Film and Digital Media

Overview

The MA Editing for TV, Film and Digital Media is a postgraduate program designed to equip students with the practical skills and creative insight needed to master modern media techniques. The program focuses on developing students' post-production skills to a professional standard, applying knowledge to live briefs and industry placements, and graduating with a strong portfolio of work.

Course Details

Attendance

• Full-time
• Part-time

Course Duration

• One year (full-time)
• Two years (part-time)

Next Enrolment

• September 2025

Introduction

The MA Editing for TV, Film and Digital Media program is designed for students who want to build on their knowledge of post-production in the context of television, film, or digital media. The program aims to develop students' narrative, technical, and collaborative skills, preparing them for a professional career in the media industry.

What You Will Do

• Develop your post-production skills to a professional standard
• Apply your knowledge to live briefs and industry placements
• Graduate with a strong portfolio of work

Core Modules

• Creative Development Projects
• Media Theory and Practice
• Collaborative Projects
• Advanced Production Practices

Optional Modules

• Major Project: Dissertation
• Major Project: Practice Research Project

Teaching and Assessment

• Teaching methods include seminars, workshops, and independent research
• Assessment methods include creative projects, portfolios, live briefs, critical reflections, presentations, and essays

Facilities

• Industry-standard TV production facilities at the MediaCity campus
• Access to state-of-the-art studios and post-production facilities
• Equipment stores with industry-standard kit

Staff

• Liza Ryan Carter
• Simon Stanton Sharma
• Marie Tracey
• Paul Greengrass (Honorary Professor)

Employment and Stats

• Graduates have secured professional roles in editing, camerawork, VFX, sound engineering, and teaching
• Opportunities for further study through doctoral (PhD) programs

Career Links

• Industry collaboration with Soundsnap
• Opportunities to work on live briefs and gain valuable work experience
• Guest lectures from prominent industry speakers

Requirements

• Second-class honors degree, 2:2 or above, with an appropriate amount of media production, technology, and design experience
• International applicants require an IELTS score of 6.5, with no element below 5.5

Fees

• Full-time home: £9,100 per year (2025/26)
• Full-time international: £17,000 per year (2025/26)
• Part-time: £1,516 per 30 credit module (2025/26)

Scholarships

• Aziz Foundation Scholarship
• Scholarships for International Students

Additional Costs

• Books, stationery, printing, binding, and general subsistence on trips and visits.