Overview

The MA in Film Studies at Ohio University takes a broad approach to film studies in the humanities, with the aim of nurturing innovative and rigorous scholars who can use their experience at OU to enter doctorate programs or find appropriate careers in the field.

Key Facts

The program is composed of two compulsory course tracks in film history and theory as well as a range of electives covering a variety genres, movements, and critical approaches. While the compulsory courses provide a survey of the field, the electives often focus on new research in film studies.

Most graduates from the MA program use their degree to pursue doctoral work in film studies, American studies, cultural studies, and related disciplines. The program aims to make graduating students stand-out applicants to competitive programs.
Graduates who apply for PhD programs have behind them the experience of conducting a long term research project and teaching experience that makes them particularly attractive for doctoral programs. Graduates also have a many opportunities outside of academia, including working as film and media librarians, film festival organizers, museum and program curators in film and media, and work in film criticism. There are also expanding opportunities for graduates in non-profit work that integrates film and media into its mission.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Directing

Filmology

Screenwriting

Creative Writing
Film History

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

50 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Athens, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Three letters of recommendation.
A sample of written work consisting of a paper or papers on any subject such as a research paper, article or critical analysis.
Personal statement.
CV

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

28200 USD / year

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Out-of-State

28200 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

15200 USD / year

≈ 15200 USD / year

Living costs

Athens

United States

1079 - 1780 USD / month

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Living costs

Athens

Financing

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