Overview

The Screenwriting (by research) degree course delivered by the University of York has no taught element. You will work independently with support from your academic supervisor.

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You will work from initial story idea to second draft a feature film screenplay (90-120 pages), or a fully developed pilot episode (45-60 pages), and a series bible for a television project. You will also submit an analytical essay of 3,000-5,000 words to set your creative work within its research context.

This degree is particularly aimed at individuals who wish to develop advanced research skills to enhance their undergraduate degree and/or as a prelude to developing a research-based career. As such, whilst counting as a research degree in its own right, this Masters by research may enable you to transfer to PhD study. This is provided your research project is of a sufficiently high standard and has the potential to be explored in greater depth.

You will normally be expected to have at least a 2:1 undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification. There will be an interview and you will be asked to send samples of your creative practice work.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Postgraduate students in the Department of Theatre, Film, Television and Interactive Media are also part of the wider York community.

The Humanities Research Centre (HRC) is a beautifully designed space for academics and postgraduates from across York's eight arts and humanities departments, that provides a highly stimulating and supportive base for postgraduate study.

The HRC also offers strong professionalising training, a beautiful working environment and plenty of opportunities both to socialise and to collaborate on shared projects.

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-29 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-05 00:00:00 , National

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If you're an international student, it's best to apply at least three months before your intended start date.

Language

English

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105

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79

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PTE Academic

55

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IELTS

6

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Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

York, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Film Studies Creative Writing View 248 other Masters in Film Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

Pass _{(recommended)}

English requirements

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105

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

55

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

You will normally be expected to have at least a 2:1 undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification. You may be invited for an interview and asked to send samples of your creative practice work.
If English is not your first language you must provide evidence of your ability.

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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

24500 GBP / year

≈ 24500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5006 GBP / year

≈ 5006 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time:

UK: £2,503

International: £12,250

Living costs

York

United Kingdom

646 - 1124 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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