24 monthsProgramme duration
19 Aug, 2026Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
About this Course This MA in Film Studies focuses on the evolution of cinema, allowing you to examine the medium as art, a business, and a cultural/historical artifact from its earliest images to the present day. The program develops your analytical skills and provides valuable insights into the film industry, covering the latest debates and theoretical concerns. We are ranked 2nd for Communication and Media Studies (research quality) in the UK (Complete University Guide 2026). The core of the course involves: • Film Theory and History: Studying the critical and theoretical foundations of film, including both Classical and Post-Classical Film Theory. • Industry Insights: Exploring current issues in areas like film distribution and exhibition. • Flexible Study: A flexible structure allows you to pursue your own specific areas of interest within the discipline.
Key Features of this Course • Deep Theoretical Foundation: Mandatory modules ensure a strong grounding in both the foundational (Classical Film Theory and Textual Analysis) and later developments (Post-Classical Film Theory: Film History and Cinephilia) of film academia. • Flexible Choice: You can select option modules to specialize in topics such as Auteur filmmakers, Digital Screen Cultures, East Asian Noir, Film Stardom and Celebrity Culture, or The Supernatural in Audiovisual Culture. • Expert Teaching: You will be taught by expert academics with international reputations and benefit from regular talks by industry professionals and acclaimed film scholars. • Dissertation: The program culminates in a 15,000-word dissertation, a personal research project that demonstrates advanced skills and knowledge, completed with dedicated supervision.
Career Prospects The combination of rigorous theoretical and analytical skills, along with industry-related understanding, places graduates in a strong position for careers in the arts, media, and creative sectors. This degree is particularly well-suited for those aiming for roles requiring high-level critical thinking, research, and communication skills. Career paths often include: • Film Critics or Scholars • Roles in Media, Broadcasting, or Journalism • Positions within the Arts, Film, and Cultural Heritage sectors (e.g., museums, galleries). • Further academic work, such as moving on to a PhD in Film Studies.
Further Information • Location: The course is based at the Avenue Campus. • Duration: Full-time study is 12 months (8 months taught, 4 months for dissertation). It is also available part-time over two or more years.
Key Features of this Course • Deep Theoretical Foundation: Mandatory modules ensure a strong grounding in both the foundational (Classical Film Theory and Textual Analysis) and later developments (Post-Classical Film Theory: Film History and Cinephilia) of film academia. • Flexible Choice: You can select option modules to specialize in topics such as Auteur filmmakers, Digital Screen Cultures, East Asian Noir, Film Stardom and Celebrity Culture, or The Supernatural in Audiovisual Culture. • Expert Teaching: You will be taught by expert academics with international reputations and benefit from regular talks by industry professionals and acclaimed film scholars. • Dissertation: The program culminates in a 15,000-word dissertation, a personal research project that demonstrates advanced skills and knowledge, completed with dedicated supervision.
Career Prospects The combination of rigorous theoretical and analytical skills, along with industry-related understanding, places graduates in a strong position for careers in the arts, media, and creative sectors. This degree is particularly well-suited for those aiming for roles requiring high-level critical thinking, research, and communication skills. Career paths often include: • Film Critics or Scholars • Roles in Media, Broadcasting, or Journalism • Positions within the Arts, Film, and Cultural Heritage sectors (e.g., museums, galleries). • Further academic work, such as moving on to a PhD in Film Studies.
Further Information • Location: The course is based at the Avenue Campus. • Duration: Full-time study is 12 months (8 months taught, 4 months for dissertation). It is also available part-time over two or more years.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
About this Course This MA in Film Studies focuses on the evolution of cinema, allowing you to examine the medium as art, a business, and a cultural/historical artifact from its earliest images to the present day. The program develops your analytical skills and provides valuable insights into the film industry, covering the latest debates and theoretical concerns. We are ranked 2nd for Communication and Media Studies (research quality) in the UK (Complete University Guide 2026). The core of the course involves: • Film Theory and History: Studying the critical and theoretical foundations of film, including both Classical and Post-Classical Film Theory. • Industry Insights: Exploring current issues in areas like film distribution and exhibition. • Flexible Study: A flexible structure allows you to pursue your own specific areas of interest within the discipline.
Key Features of this Course • Deep Theoretical Foundation: Mandatory modules ensure a strong grounding in both the foundational (Classical Film Theory and Textual Analysis) and later developments (Post-Classical Film Theory: Film History and Cinephilia) of film academia. • Flexible Choice: You can select option modules to specialize in topics such as Auteur filmmakers, Digital Screen Cultures, East Asian Noir, Film Stardom and Celebrity Culture, or The Supernatural in Audiovisual Culture. • Expert Teaching: You will be taught by expert academics with international reputations and benefit from regular talks by industry professionals and acclaimed film scholars. • Dissertation: The program culminates in a 15,000-word dissertation, a personal research project that demonstrates advanced skills and knowledge, completed with dedicated supervision.
Career Prospects The combination of rigorous theoretical and analytical skills, along with industry-related understanding, places graduates in a strong position for careers in the arts, media, and creative sectors. This degree is particularly well-suited for those aiming for roles requiring high-level critical thinking, research, and communication skills. Career paths often include: • Film Critics or Scholars • Roles in Media, Broadcasting, or Journalism • Positions within the Arts, Film, and Cultural Heritage sectors (e.g., museums, galleries). • Further academic work, such as moving on to a PhD in Film Studies.
Further Information • Location: The course is based at the Avenue Campus. • Duration: Full-time study is 12 months (8 months taught, 4 months for dissertation). It is also available part-time over two or more years.
Key Features of this Course • Deep Theoretical Foundation: Mandatory modules ensure a strong grounding in both the foundational (Classical Film Theory and Textual Analysis) and later developments (Post-Classical Film Theory: Film History and Cinephilia) of film academia. • Flexible Choice: You can select option modules to specialize in topics such as Auteur filmmakers, Digital Screen Cultures, East Asian Noir, Film Stardom and Celebrity Culture, or The Supernatural in Audiovisual Culture. • Expert Teaching: You will be taught by expert academics with international reputations and benefit from regular talks by industry professionals and acclaimed film scholars. • Dissertation: The program culminates in a 15,000-word dissertation, a personal research project that demonstrates advanced skills and knowledge, completed with dedicated supervision.
Career Prospects The combination of rigorous theoretical and analytical skills, along with industry-related understanding, places graduates in a strong position for careers in the arts, media, and creative sectors. This degree is particularly well-suited for those aiming for roles requiring high-level critical thinking, research, and communication skills. Career paths often include: • Film Critics or Scholars • Roles in Media, Broadcasting, or Journalism • Positions within the Arts, Film, and Cultural Heritage sectors (e.g., museums, galleries). • Further academic work, such as moving on to a PhD in Film Studies.
Further Information • Location: The course is based at the Avenue Campus. • Duration: Full-time study is 12 months (8 months taught, 4 months for dissertation). It is also available part-time over two or more years.
Admission Requirements
3.2+
176+
92+
6.5+
67+
120+
You’ll need a 2:2 degree in film or another arts subject.
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