Whether you're watching the latest blockbuster in a multiplex or exploring lesser–known films from around the world, cinema is a vital part of our culture. At UEA, we've always been at the forefront, being among the first British universities to offer degree courses in film studies. Today, our academics remain among the most respected in the world for their research, teaching and creative work.

Our innovative MA in Film Studies enables you to explore film cultures, stretching from the historic to the contemporary, and learn about the ways in which the global film industry has developed and operates. Your first semester provides you with the advanced knowledge you’d expect from a postgraduate programme, with modules that are designed to deepen your understanding of the theories, histories, and methods central to the discipline. You'll learn about the workings of the global film industry and the ways in which local, national and transnational film industries work together

You'll also work alongside academics as they organise and curate public-facing film festivals, learning about important aspects of the film industry that are often hidden from view. Our optional modules provide you with a chance to develop your learning further and shape the specific focus of your studies to reflect your own career aims and ambitions. Each module is designed to equip you with advanced knowledge, skills, and understanding, all of which will be consolidated in your final research project.