MA Screenwriting
University of Plymouth
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MA Screenwriting addresses the increasing demand for digital content required by the creative industries. You are trained in various aspects of writing for ‘screens’ – including the big screen (films) and small screen (phone-specific). The South West is substantially growing as a destination for screenwriters and filmmakers, and you are supported to work at a professional industry standard, covering variable aspects in producing ‘scripts’, including storyboarding and collaborative writing.The ...Read more

MA Screenwriting addresses the increasing demand for digital content required by the creative industries. You are trained in various aspects of writing for ‘screens’ – including the big screen (films) and small screen (phone-specific). The South West is substantially growing as a destination for screenwriters and filmmakers, and you are supported to work at a professional industry standard, covering variable aspects in producing ‘scripts’, including storyboarding and collaborative writing.The University’s new Digital Labs will offer you excellent opportunities to work with VR, immersive cinema, and specialist filming and editing software, giving you a base for destination jobs in the industry after graduation.MA Screenwriting graduates will be equipped with skills in demand across a broad range of areas such as feature films, advertising, writing for games, and building narratives for bespoke small screen experiences (using new phone-derivative technologies).Hone your writing skills for screen while working in an interdisciplinary environment with filmmakers, performers and musicians, nurturing your collaboration and team working skills.Be equipped to adapt your craft to emerging digital platforms through our new Digital Fabrication and Immersive Media Labs, providing you with access and experience in using the latest technologies.Get under the skin of the digital storytelling industry, preparing you for a career in the sector.Benefit from cutting-edge facilities, providing opportunities to work with VR, immersive cinema, and specialist media and editing software.1 year Full-time.

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50/279
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10th
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75th

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Entry requirements

You need a good honours degree (first or second class) or equivalent. Other qualifications accompanied by substantial experience in an appropriate field may also be considered. Non-standard applications are considered on a case-by-case basis.

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£10,300 per year

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£18,150 per year

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£18,150 per year

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University of Plymouth
University of Plymouth , Plymouth

The University of Plymouth’s campus is centrally located within Britain’s Ocean City, perched on the south western coast of Devon...

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University of Plymouth
Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Plymouth  0.2 miles away

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