Program Overview

MA Film and Screen Production

Overview

The MA Film and Screen Production is designed to prepare students for a wide range of roles in the film and screen production industries. The program focuses on developing practical skills in film-making, scriptwriting, and research, as well as providing a theoretical understanding of the industry.

Course Structure

The program consists of three stages:

1. Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits)
2. Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits)
3. MA (180 credits)

Modules

Postgraduate Certificate

• Research Methods (20 credits)
• Practical Content Production (40 credits)

Postgraduate Diploma

• Research by Practice (60 credits)

MA

• Choose one module:
  • Creative Project in Film or Documentary (60 credits)
  • Advanced Research Project (60 credits)

Specializations

• Film-making
• Documentary-making
• Scriptwriting

Entry Requirements

• UK and EU students: normally an appropriate Film/Writing or other first degree (Minimum 2:2 or above), or a professional qualification of equal standing, or significant practical or professional experience
• International students: qualifications and experience equivalent to those required for UK students, plus an IELTS score of 6.0 (with 5.5 in each skills area)

Fees and Funding

• UK full-time: £9,720 for the full course (2025/26)
• International full-time: £16,900 for the full course (2025/26)
• Part-time fees: not available
• Additional costs: printing research material, exhibitions, screenings, performances, and festivals

How to Apply

• UK students: apply directly to the University
• International students: apply directly to the University or through a trusted local representative

Careers

• The program prepares students for a wide range of roles in the film and screen production industries, from entry-level production assistants to producers, directors, writers, cinematographers, sound recordists, and postproduction specialists.
• Graduates can also move on to study at MPhil/PhD level or pursue careers in related fields.

Research Areas

• Film and screen production
• Scriptwriting
• Research by practice
• Advanced research project

Facilities and Resources

• High-spec film-making equipment, including RED and ARRI digital cameras and traditional celluloid or ‘35mm’ film
• Adobe Creative Suite and individual Adobe Creative Cloud subscription for home use
• LinkedIn Learning subscription with over 13,000 courses and tutorials
• Specialist equipment and access to 2D/3D making workshops
• Participation in the University Degree Show
• Visiting speaker each semester

Teaching and Learning

• Interactive lectures, seminars, workshops, and screenings
• Practical projects and independent research
• Industry professionals and guest speakers
• Peer support and networking opportunities

Assessment

• Summative assessments: creative practical project, academic writing, self-assessments, proposals, and presentations
• Formative assessments: regular feedback during teaching sessions and one-to-one tutorials

Staff

• Programme leaders: Dr Christine Parker and Barry Squires
• Teaching staff: industry professionals and academics with expertise in film and screen production

International Student Scholarships

• Available to international students who meet the eligibility criteria
• Details and application process available on the University website

Additional Information

• Teaching hours: extended teaching hours, with contact time between 9am and 9pm
• University facilities: libraries, laboratories, and studios
• Student support: academic support, careers advice, and student services

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