Program Overview

University of Leicester Programs

The University of Leicester offers a wide range of programs for students, including undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, research degrees, and distance learning opportunities.

Undergraduate Programs

• The university provides a variety of undergraduate programs, including courses in arts, humanities, social sciences, sciences, and more.
• Students can choose from a range of subjects, including business, economics, law, medicine, and engineering.
• The university also offers a study abroad program, which allows students to spend a year studying at a partner university overseas.

Postgraduate Programs

• The university offers a range of postgraduate programs, including master's degrees, PhDs, and professional doctorates.
• Students can choose from a variety of subjects, including business, economics, law, medicine, and engineering.
• The university also offers a range of scholarships and funding opportunities for postgraduate students.

Research Degrees

• The university offers a range of research degrees, including PhDs and MPhils.
• Students can choose from a variety of subjects, including arts, humanities, social sciences, sciences, and more.
• The university also offers a range of research training programs and workshops to support students in their research.

Distance Learning

• The university offers a range of distance learning programs, including undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.
• Students can choose from a variety of subjects, including business, economics, law, medicine, and engineering.
• The university also offers a range of support services for distance learning students, including online tutoring and academic support.

Film Studies MA

Course Description

The Film Studies MA is a postgraduate degree that offers students the opportunity to dive deep into the world of film.

• The course explores the social, industrial, and historical context of film production and reception.
• Students will analyze film texts, consider the globalized and digital world of film, and understand how films respond to contemporary issues.

Entry Requirements

• A good second-class undergraduate degree in a relevant subject, such as film, media, communication, or cultural studies.
• International students must demonstrate English language proficiency, with an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent.

Fees and Funding

• UK students: ｣11,200
• International students: ｣20,200
• The university offers a range of scholarships and funding opportunities for postgraduate students.

Careers and Employability

• The Film Studies MA provides students with a range of transferable skills, including problem-solving, independent thinking, and communication.
• Graduates have gone on to careers in film and media-related industries, film charities, and academia.
• The university's Careers and Employability Service provides support and guidance for students and graduates.

Course Structure

• Full-time route: 1 year, with 4-6 modules and a dissertation
• Part-time route: 2 years, with 4-6 modules and a dissertation
• Modules include Introduction to Postgraduate Research, Researching Film History, Global Cinema, Writing About Film, Digital Cinema, and Gender and Genre.

Why Leicester

• The University of Leicester is ranked in the top 5 best cities for creatives in the UK.
• The university has links with creative organizations within the city, such as Film Leicester.
• The university's Festival of Media Stories provides opportunities for students to engage with industry professionals and network with peers.

Teaching and Learning

• All teaching is in seminars or workshops, with active learning and participation encouraged.
• Assessments include primary source analysis, essays, position papers, presentations, and video essays.
• Students have the opportunity to choose the assessment type that best suits their learning style and career aspirations.

Key Dates

• Application deadline: 4 September 2026
• Deposit payment deadline: 7 August 2026
• CAS request deadline: 4 September 2026
• 70% tuition payment deadline: 4 September 2026