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MA - Master of Arts
University of Sussex
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
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MA - Master of Arts
University of Sussex
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
MA - Master of Arts
University of Sussex
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
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Develop your creative voice in filmmaking through critical and practical work.
Our MA is an exceptional opportunity for graduate study. Award-winning filmmakers and internationally recognised film academics lead the course, and you’ll be taught by experienced practitioners. You’ll enjoy masterclasses with leading figures in film and television. You also have 24-hour access to the latest professional-grade equipment and post-production facilities.
During your studies, you’ll have the opportunity to try your hand at both fiction and documentary. You’ll learn to:
write compelling scripts and research real-life stories
pitch and develop ideas for fiction and documentary films
cast and direct actors
shoot and edit films using professional equipment and software
situate your practice in the ever-changing creative industries landscape.
Based on your learning, you’ll produce an independent film (documentary or fiction) to a professional standard.
When you graduate, you’ll have your own showreel – a portfolio of work that will boost your employment prospects. Previous graduates have gone on to roles in the film and television industries.
Degree requirements: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in a relevant subject such as digital media, media studies, media practice, film studies, film production, or communications. You can also apply for the course if you don’t have the academic qualifications required but can show relevant professional/creative skills and experience.
Students living in
Domestic
£12,550 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£21,500 per year
Students from International
Books, course materials and other costs (average) - 2.25 to 5.54 (Cost per week)