MA Filmmaking
Buckinghamshire New University
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On our MA Filmmaking course, youll discover how to bring stories to life, developing technical and production skills including camera work, postproduction and single camera directing techniques. Youll be taught by experienced media professionals on state-of-the-art equipment, and study the practical skills, contemporary technical knowledge and problem-solving ability for a range of production roles.The course is split between our High Wycombe Campus and our teaching base at Pinewood Studios, ...Read more

On our MA Filmmaking course, youll discover how to bring stories to life, developing technical and production skills including camera work, postproduction and single camera directing techniques. Youll be taught by experienced media professionals on state-of-the-art equipment, and study the practical skills, contemporary technical knowledge and problem-solving ability for a range of production roles.The course is split between our High Wycombe Campus and our teaching base at Pinewood Studios, the heart of the UK Film industry, where you can get a feel for life on set and develop your skills and understanding of this fast-paced industry, all right in the hustle and bustle of a working studio.Our MA Filmmaking is a highly vocational and hands-on course that will help develop your understanding of the creative, editorial, commercial, and practical aspects of digital film production.This degree will enable you to gain key skills for employment in the film, tv and media industries. Not only will you learn to use state of the art equipment at our High Wycombe Campus, enabling you to smoothly transition to professional work environments, youll also have the chance to study at our teaching base at the heart of the UK film industry, Pinewood Studios.

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Jesus
12 Dec 24

I learn everything I need to know, in an easy and interactive way, thanks to the lecturers. The aspect of the university is really good, it always looks clean and big, you always..Read more

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19 Nov 24

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Entry requirements

You should have the equivalent of a British Honours degree (2:1 minimum) in a relevant subject. If you do not have any formal academic qualifications but do have experience in the industry and previous training in a relevant area, or a suitable showreel, we will consider your application on an individual basis. We are very open to those who show relevant experience useful to the degree. We are happy to consider equivalent qualifications from anywhere in the world.

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£10,990 per year

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£15,550 per year

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£15,550 per year

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Buckinghamshire New University
Queen Alexandra Road, High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP11 2JZ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: High Wycombe  0.2 miles away

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