Overview

You will study in two art schools with strong traditions of film education which are connected to thriving creative industries in European capital cities. Drawing on this artistic context, the programme supports you to push the boundaries of narrative filmmaking and delve into interdisciplinary approaches to cinema as you create a festival-ready thesis film across two years.

You will be part of a cohort of filmmakers, supporting each other’s learning through an international exchange of ideas, peer feedback and research-driven practical experimentation.

The Film Art programme at The University of Edinburgh recognises and celebrates an expansive understanding of film, its audience and the sites and contexts in which it can be presented. Supported by a range of teaching activities, practical exercises and individual tutorials, you will make films that foreground innovation and a commitment to examining form and content.

The tutors are acclaimed filmmakers and artists, currently working in the industry as:

directors

producers

cinematographers

editors

sound designers

The programme structure reflects our professional expertise, with the development, creation and completion of your thesis film project reflecting industry structures and preparing you to embark on a successful film career upon completion of the degree.

Career opportunities

The students go on to a wide range of careers in film, including:

director

artist filmmaker

cinematographer

editor

producer

writer

sound recordist/designer

production or location manager

researcher

other freelance positions such as assistant director, assistant camera operator, etc.

This programme also prepares you for teaching positions in the United States.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Permanent Cinema

Cinema Lab

Poetics of Cinema

Film Art Development

Surfaces and Screens

Design, Play and Games

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-02 00:00:00

More details

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

4.5

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Visual Arts Film Studies View 283 other Masters in Visual Arts in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

4.5

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

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

You should have basic technical skills relevant to film, existing practical and theoretical knowledge in a related creative field and an interest in exploring the boundaries of conventional filmmaking approaches.

If you do not meet the academic entry requirements you may still be considered on the basis of your portfolio and/or relevant professional experience.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

34860 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

15550 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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Programme Structure

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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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