12 monthsProgramme duration
25,900 GBPTuition Fee/year
1Scholarships
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Our Global Film MA will give you a sophisticated understanding of films as systems of meaning and practice.
Explore film as both a transnational and locally embedded medium and discover more about the different ways we engage with it.
Our Global Film MA will provide you with a sophisticated understanding of film and film-related practices across cultures and societies.
Develop the essential skills needed for a career in film or related occupations, or to progress to a PhD.
Our programme is suitable for students from across the globe and you don’t need a background in film to join.
This Master's degree will challenge you to develop insights into film and film-related practices in a rapidly evolving media landscape, such as:
- digital filmmaking
- screenwriting
- film criticism
- cinema management, film festivals, curation and exhibition
- film archiving
You'll also benefit from the input of industry professionals and practitioners. BAFTA-nominated, award-winning filmmaker, Tina Gharavi brings a wealth of experience to the teaching of screenwriting.
Experts in film production, exhibition, and distribution offer guest classes and work experience.
Experts come from partner organisations such as:
- Sheffield Doc/Fest
- Bridge+Tunnel
- Star & Shadow
- Berwick Film and Media Arts Festival
Programme overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Our Global Film MA will give you a sophisticated understanding of films as systems of meaning and practice.
Explore film as both a transnational and locally embedded medium and discover more about the different ways we engage with it.
Our Global Film MA will provide you with a sophisticated understanding of film and film-related practices across cultures and societies.
Develop the essential skills needed for a career in film or related occupations, or to progress to a PhD.
Our programme is suitable for students from across the globe and you don’t need a background in film to join.
This Master's degree will challenge you to develop insights into film and film-related practices in a rapidly evolving media landscape, such as:
- digital filmmaking
- screenwriting
- film criticism
- cinema management, film festivals, curation and exhibition
- film archiving
You'll also benefit from the input of industry professionals and practitioners. BAFTA-nominated, award-winning filmmaker, Tina Gharavi brings a wealth of experience to the teaching of screenwriting.
Experts in film production, exhibition, and distribution offer guest classes and work experience.
Experts come from partner organisations such as:
- Sheffield Doc/Fest
- Bridge+Tunnel
- Star & Shadow
- Berwick Film and Media Arts Festival
Admission Requirements
A 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent, in film, media studies or a related subject such as:
- English
- Modern Languages and Linguistics
- History
- Sociology
- Art
- Psychology
- Philosophy
- Politics
We will also consider applicants with a degree in a different subject alongside relevant professional experience, such as film journalism or teaching in film.
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
Scholarships
Newcastle University Nigeria Future Leaders Scholarships (2026 entry)
Value
$13518
Deadline
30 Aug 2026
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
Newcastle University
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