Overview

Aboutthe Filmmaking - Directing and Screenwriting program at EICAR, The International Film and Television School of Paris

In the second year of study, while taking the required core courses comprising the basis of their degree, the student chooses one of two concentrations: Directing & Screenwriting OR Screen Production & Postproduction and prepares an end of year project related to the field of choice. This, in addition to selective workshops offered in the MFA curriculum forms the basis of the program. Consequently, the student is trained to become a well-rounded and polyvalent filmmaker with additional practice in their chosen option.

In addition to the required core subjects, the Master’s program includes a choice of approximately 40 intense, high-end specialized workshops given by industry professionals covering a wide range of topics including the latest developments in production and technological advancements in the film, television and new media industries.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Directing

Screenwriting

Directing Actors

Production

Cinematography

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-25 00:00:00

Apply anytime.

More details

Admissions begins in late October and is rolling but usually goes until early summer depending on places that remain.

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Paris, France

Disciplines

Film Studies View 11 other Masters in Film Studies in France

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree

A student visa may be required, depending on your nationality, to study in France. All visas must be applied for prior to departure.

The school also maintains privileged partnerships with student residences which have accommodation close to the school. This is particularly the case with YouFirst Campus, whose residence is located right next to the school and for which our students benefit from an advantageous offer.

French healthcare coverage, subsidized by the French government and provided under the national social security system (“sécurité sociale”) is affordable and of very high quality.
It is compulsory for all students to obtain civil liability insurance to cover you if you are the victim of, or responsible for an accident during your academic year. It must be renewed in the Fall of each new school year until the end of your studies.

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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

21050 EUR / year

≈ 21050 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

21050 EUR / year

≈ 21050 EUR / year

Living costs

Paris

France

1195 - 1778 EUR / 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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Scholarships Information

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