Overview

Throughout the Film Directing programme from The University of Edinburgh you will make a creative documentary or non-fiction film that defies genre definition and pushes the boundaries of narrative, using limitations in a creative way. You will develop these through group seminars and tutorials.

Career opportunities

Graduate films do well internationally, regularly winning BAFTAs, RTS Awards and awards at international festivals. Our students and graduates have also received an Oscar nomination and an Oscar shortlist.

The students go on to a wide range of roles, including:

producer

director

writer

production or location manager

researcher

editor

assistant director

cinematographer

journalist

Graduates have found work directing for the BBC and making work internationally for top broadcasters and film funds.

Related fields include:

advertising

community films

academia

film development agencies

Accreditation

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Disseminating Design Practices
Documentary Film Development
Filming Your Documentary
Finalising Your Documentary: The Edit
Design, Play and Games

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-31 00:00:00

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It is strongly recommended you apply as early as possible. Applications may close earlier than the published deadlines if there is exceptionally high demand.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Film Studies View 233 other Masters in Film Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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General requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a relevant subject.

They also welcome applicants who do not meet academic entry requirements but demonstrate relevant professional experience.

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Tuition Fees

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34860 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

14390 GBP / year

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Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 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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Overview

Career opportunities

Accreditation

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Edinburgh

Funding

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