Filmmaking MA 12 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Sussex |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 151-200QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

22,575 GBPTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

01 Aug, 2025Application Deadline

Programme overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Film helps us to make sense of the world - to challenge perspectives, and connect across cultures. In an era of evolving media and rapid technological change, we need to navigate new landscapes. As filmmakers, balancing traditional cinematic techniques with emerging digital formats is vital.

By studying at Sussex, you will:
  • learn how to make powerful films and build a strong portfolio
  • understand the role of filmmakers in shaping how stories reach and resonate with audiences
  • study filmmaking, documentary and screenwriting together to better understand what it takes to create a connection with audiences
  • develop professional networks, collaborate across disciplines and gain industry exposure
  • enrich your storytelling by drawing on subjects across the School of Media, Arts and Humanities.


Throughout your course, you’ll learn from award-winning filmmakers and internationally recognised academics. You’ll attend masterclasses led by industry leaders, and engage with practical training in drama and documentary. You also have 24-hour access to cutting-edge production facilities.

By exploring filmmaking across cinema, television and digital media, you’ll develop the creative and technical expertise to stand out in an evolving media landscape. Whether you aim to direct, produce, write or edit, you’ll graduate with a transferable skillset and portfolio of work that demonstrates your talent.

Our graduates go on to forge careers in a competitive global market. In the past, this has included roles such as director, producer, scriptwriter, editor and cinematographer.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Film helps us to make sense of the world - to challenge perspectives, and connect across cultures. In an era of evolving media and rapid technological change, we need to navigate new landscapes. As filmmakers, balancing traditional cinematic techniques with emerging digital formats is vital.

By studying at Sussex, you will:
  • learn how to make powerful films and build a strong portfolio
  • understand the role of filmmakers in shaping how stories reach and resonate with audiences
  • study filmmaking, documentary and screenwriting together to better understand what it takes to create a connection with audiences
  • develop professional networks, collaborate across disciplines and gain industry exposure
  • enrich your storytelling by drawing on subjects across the School of Media, Arts and Humanities.


Throughout your course, you’ll learn from award-winning filmmakers and internationally recognised academics. You’ll attend masterclasses led by industry leaders, and engage with practical training in drama and documentary. You also have 24-hour access to cutting-edge production facilities.

By exploring filmmaking across cinema, television and digital media, you’ll develop the creative and technical expertise to stand out in an evolving media landscape. Whether you aim to direct, produce, write or edit, you’ll graduate with a transferable skillset and portfolio of work that demonstrates your talent.

Our graduates go on to forge careers in a competitive global market. In the past, this has included roles such as director, producer, scriptwriter, editor and cinematographer.

Admission Requirements

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Degree requirements: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above.

Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in a relevant subject such as digital media, media studies, media practice, film studies, film production, or communications. You can also apply for the course if you don’t have the academic qualifications required, but can show relevant professional/creative skills and experience.

01 Aug 2025
1 Year
Sep

Domestic
12,550 GBP
International
22,575 GBP

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