Overview

The International Screenwriting and Production course at the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore is designed for students who want to work in the global entertainment industry - especially as screenwriters, story editors, or producers. You’ll gain strong storytelling skills and learn how TV series, films and streaming content are created, developed and produced.

What makes this programme unique?

Strong industry ties: The programme is offered in collaboration with Fondazione Perseus and over 30 media partners in Italy, the UK, USA and Europe. These include Netflix, Disney, Sky, Fremantle, Mediaset, and 3Zero2.

Career-focused: Many alumni now work as writers or producers in major TV networks and film studios. Graduates have contributed to thousands of hours of prime-time series and successful international films. They have won awards in major film festivals such as Berlin, Cannes, and Venice.

Hands-on experience: Through internships and project work, you’ll connect with industry professionals and work on real scripts and productions.

Academic + professional faculty: Courses are taught by instructors who have a high level of industry expertise, giving you both creative and practical insight into screenwriting and media production.

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Programme Structure

Courses Included:

Screenwriting theory

Script analysis and project evaluation

Writing techniques for audiovisual products

The audiovisual industry

Communication ethics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-24 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

84

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PTE Academic

46

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IELTS

6

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Milano, Italy

Disciplines

Film Studies Creative Writing View 3 other Masters in Creative Writing in Italy

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

84

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PTE Academic

46

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

To apply, you must:

Hold a high school diploma.

Hold a recognised undergraduate degree (Bachelor or equivalent).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

10200 EUR / year

≈ 10200 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

10200 EUR / year

≈ 10200 EUR / year

Living costs

Milano

Italy

850 - 1450 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Scholarships available:3

Scholarship value:from € 5,000 to € 10,000

How scholarships are awarded:

Selection based on your initial application and an interview with the Master's committee.
The scholarship award is specified in the offer letter.

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What makes this programme unique?

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Milano

Funding

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