Overview

This research-intensive master’s programme is designed for students who want to explore a specialised area of film, theatre or television. University of Reading offers the Research Film, Theatre and Television programme..

Key facts

The programme offers:

Flexible structure. Tailor the programme to your personal interests and schedule.

One-to-one supervision. Work with one of our Department’s world-class specialists.

Independent and taught study. In addition to completing a dissertation or practical project, you will study two taught modules in the subject area of your choice.

The programme creates a direct route into PhD study, but it’s also suitable for those who want to specialise as theorists, critics, artists, archivists, or producers.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Exploring Screen Practices
Film: Creative Peaks and Industries
Screen Bodies
Film Programming and Film Festivals
Adaption across Stage and Screen
Performance and Design

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Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-09 00:00:00

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Language

English

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88

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69

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reading, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Film Studies Drama View 160 other Masters in Drama in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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125

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:1 or above) or equivalent from a university outside the UK. Your undergraduate degree should be in a subject related to film, theatre or television. For exceptional candidates without such a degree, you’ll need convincing evidence of relevant professional experience, and examples of substantial written work.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

26450 GBP / year

≈ 26450 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

12050 GBP / year

≈ 12050 GBP / year

Living costs

Reading

United Kingdom

903 - 1382 GBP / month

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

Funding

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