Program Overview
Master's Programme in Film and Television
The Master's Programme in Film and Television is a 120-credit degree that consists of major studies, elective studies, and a master's thesis. The programme aims to provide students with good theoretical and general knowledge of film and television, as well as artistic and practical expertise in their field of study.
Structure
The programme is structured into the following components:
- Major studies: 60 credits
- Elective studies: 30 credits
- Master's thesis: 30 credits
Aims of the Master of Arts (Art and Design) Degree
The aim of the degree is to provide students with:
- Good theoretical and general knowledge of film and television, as well as artistic and practical expertise in their field of study.
- Knowledge and skills needed for independent and demanding artistic work and for multidisciplinary collaboration.
- Knowledge and skills to perform, both independently and collaboratively, demanding expert, development, and management duties of the field.
- Knowledge and skills needed for education leading to a Doctor of Arts (Art and Design) degree and for lifelong learning.
- Good language and communication skills for work in the field of arts and for international operations and cooperation.
Majors of the Master's Degree Programme in Film and Television
There are nine majors with separate degree requirements in the Master's Degree Programme in Film and Television:
- Film and Television Producing
- Documentary Film
- Film Directing and Screenwriting
- Cinematography
- Production Design
- Costume Design
- Film Editing
- Film Sound Design
Major Studies
Each major has its own set of compulsory and elective courses. The major studies are designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge and skills in their chosen field.
Elective Studies
Students can choose 30 credits of elective studies from a range of courses offered by the programme or other programmes at Aalto University.
Master's Thesis
The master's thesis is a 30-credit component of the programme that allows students to demonstrate their mastery of the field and their ability to apply theoretical knowledge in practice.
Language Study Requirements
Students are required to complete language studies as part of their degree. The language requirements vary depending on the student's background and the programme they are enrolled in.
Elective Art and Theory Studies
The programme offers a range of elective art and theory studies that allow students to explore different aspects of film and television production, including drawing and painting, colour and perception, sculpture, printmaking, art history and theory, and contemporary art.
Majors
Documentary Film
The major in Documentary Film aims to form innovative, critical, and analytical documentary filmmakers for both the national and international arenas. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the history and conventions of documentary filmmaking, as well as the skills needed to develop their own artistic vision and style.
Film Sound Design
The major in Film Sound Design trains artists and professionals to work as sound designers and sound recordists in all areas of film production. Students will learn about the artistic, technical, and production aspects of film sound design, as well as the latest technologies and trends in the field.
Screenwriting
The major in Screenwriting aims to develop students' skills in writing for film and television. Students will learn about the craft of screenwriting, including story structure, character development, and dialogue writing, as well as the business and legal aspects of the industry.
Film and Television Producing
The major in Film and Television Producing aims to develop students' skills in producing film and television content. Students will learn about the business and legal aspects of the industry, as well as the creative and technical aspects of producing.
Production Design
The major in Production Design focuses on training artistic designers who are responsible for the visual, operational, and productional entity of a film and TV productions. Students will learn about the artistic, technical, and production aspects of production design, as well as the latest technologies and trends in the field.
Film Editing
The major in Film Editing aims to develop students' skills in editing film and television content. Students will learn about the artistic, technical, and production aspects of film editing, as well as the latest technologies and trends in the field.
Film Directing
The major in Film Directing aims to develop students' skills in directing film and television content. Students will learn about the artistic, technical, and production aspects of film directing, as well as the latest technologies and trends in the field.
Cinematography
The major in Cinematography aims to develop students' skills in cinematography for film and television. Students will learn about the artistic, technical, and production aspects of cinematography, as well as the latest technologies and trends in the field.
Costume Design
The major in Costume Design focuses on training students to become visionary costume designers. Students will learn about the artistic, technical, and production aspects of costume design, as well as the latest technologies and trends in the field.
Master's Thesis
The master's thesis is a 30-credit component of the programme that allows students to demonstrate their mastery of the field and their ability to apply theoretical knowledge in practice. The thesis can be a piece of theoretical, artistic, or applied research, a work of art, or a combination of these.
Language Study Requirements
Students are required to complete language studies as part of their degree. The language requirements vary depending on the student's background and the programme they are enrolled in.
Elective Art and Theory Studies
The programme offers a range of elective art and theory studies that allow students to explore different aspects of film and television production, including:
- Drawing and painting
- Colour and perception
- Sculpture
- Printmaking
- Art history and theory
- Contemporary art
These studies provide students with a broader understanding of the artistic and theoretical aspects of film and television production, as well as the opportunity to develop their skills in a range of creative areas.