Overview
Our core faculty utilise a wide array of theoretical approaches to screen media in the classroom and in their research: from film theory and political economy to cultural studies and critical media studies. We offer modules in cinemas from Europe, East Asia, Africa and the Americas.
The Film Studies programme from University College London (UCL) covers the history of cinema and a wide variety of global cinemas, and related conceptual approaches to the study of screen media.
It is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge of both the history of cinema and media and its contemporary developments, and with the skills, concepts, methods and theories required for the study of cinema and media at graduate level.
Teaching and learning
The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, and film and video screenings. The core modules are assessed by essays and examinations, which together count for 20% of the final mark. Optional modules are assessed by essays (40%), and the dissertation makes up the final 40%.
Careers
Graduates from the MA in Film Studies have pursued various careers, including: academic research and teaching; careers within media arts (writing, directing, editing); print and media journalism; arts and museum management; multimedia authoring and digital design; film preservation and curating.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Moving Images: Technology, Forms, Receptions
- Reading and Researching Films
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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- Applications may close earlier if all places on the programme are filled.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Film, Photography & Media Media Management Media Studies & Mass Media View 372 other Masters in Film, Photography & Media in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A minimum of an upper second-class Honours degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.
Tuition Fee
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International
26600 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26600 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
12900 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12900 GBP per year during 12 months.
Part time
- UK: £6,450
- International: £13,300
Living costs for London
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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