Course overview
Explore theory, filmmaking practice, and storytelling, developing an appreciation of the interdependence of aesthetic, technical, and thematic aspects to communicate intentions. You are supported to identify the context for your own filmmaking practice, and to recognise the potential for your own unique contribution. You also consider spectators and markets, and how to reach and engage them.
We encourage you to develop entrepreneurial skills and become a fledging professional who engages and contributes to the filmmaking community. This is fuelled by our Adobe Creative Campus status – we've teamed up with Adobe to give you access to a suite of 20+ world-class, industry-standard creative apps – enabling you to supercharge your creative, communication and collaboration skills.
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Course details
Course structure
Core modules
Advanced Sound and Vision
Filmmaking: Masters Project
Production
Project Research and Development
Develop the tools, skills and techniques required to embark on research specific to each discipline or sector. Explore a comprehensive collection of engaging research methods and practices, as well as critical thinking, connecting with external facing issues and real-world issues, challenges, policies and audiences.
This interdisciplinary module facilitates a vibrant postgrad community and a cross-pollination of ideas, looking beyond the specialist subject to the wider panorama, offering multiple perspectives and inter or trans-disciplinary approaches.
Advanced practice (2 year full-time MA only)
The internship options are:
Vocational: spend one semester working full-time in industry or on placement in the University. We have close links with a range of national and international companies who could offer you the chance to develop your knowledge and professional skills in the workplace through an internship. Although we cannot guarantee internships, we will provide you with practical support and advice on how to find and secure your own internship position. A vocational internship is a great way to gain work experience and give your CV a competitive edge.
Research: develop your research and academic skills by undertaking a research internship within the University. Experience working as part of a research team in an academic setting. Ideal for those who are interested in a career in research or academia.
Modules offered may vary.
How you learn
You are immersed in creative practice and learn through doing; by making images, bodies of work, and real-world film artefacts. Lectures are complemented by seminars, discussions and technical demonstrations.
Collaborative group work is integral to the course, to reflect the dynamics of the filmmaking industry. You are expected to initiate, design and implement your own projects, in negotiation with tutors. You also progressively become a more assured researcher, using a range of investigative methods to enrich your practice.
You are taught by a range of experienced professionals and several BAFTA Nominated filmmakers. Visiting seasoned industry practitioners further help you to prepare for the industry through their specialist skills and experience.
How you are assessed
Assessments include production of artefacts and bodies of work, critical reflection, essays, portfolio, presentations and reports.
Entry requirements
2.2 or above in a related subject.
Non-EU international students who need a student visa to study in the UK should check our web pages on UKVI-compliant English language requirements. The University also provides pre-sessional English language courses to help you meet the English language requirements.
For general information please see our overview of entry requirements
International applicants can find out what qualifications they need by visiting Your Country
Employability
Career opportunities
You may go on to forge a career as a director, producer, editor, cinematographer, sound designer, screenwriter, production designer or on visual effects.
Information for international applicants
Qualifications
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Useful information
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