MA Film and Television Production

About this course

The MA Film and Television Production equip students with the skills, knowledge, and creative development needed to advance as filmmakers and screen practitioners. The programme encourages students to focus on their specific career ambitions while mastering advanced craft skills including cinematography, editing, lighting, sound, production design, and virtual production.Students will also explore contemporary industry trends, develop academic research skills, and collaborate with peers and external contributors. The course culminates in a Masters Project, where students take the lead role in producing a film or screen production, demonstrating their technical, creative, and leadership abilities.

DURATION

1 year

Award

Master of Arts (MA)

Intake

February & September

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Why Choose This Course?

Gain hands-on experience in advanced film and television production techniques guided by expert staff.
Focus your studies on the areas of the industry most relevant to your career goals.
Collaborate with fellow students and engage with external professionals (actors, interviewees, industry contributors).
Develop both practical and research-based skills that directly feed into your creative projects.

What’s Unique About This Course?

Opportunity to enhance your creative practice and produce a professional portfolio of work.
Blend of practical training and theoretical understanding of film and screen media and international exposure
Strong emphasis on independent creative leadership through the Masters Project.

Course Modules

Module 1

7FI013 Experimental Film and Documentary (20 credits)
‍Explore experimental film and documentary practices across art house, analogue/digital, and various exhibition contexts.

Module 2

7DM005 Mastering Skills in Film and Television (20 credits)
‍Develop industry-level technical skills in pre-production, production, and post-production craft roles.

Module 3

7DM002 Research Methods in Film and Television (20 credits)
‍Learn essential academic and practice-based research methods tailored for film and television production.

Module 4

7DM003 Research Project in Film and Television Production (40 credits)
‍Undertake a practical and research-driven film project to prepare for your final Masters Project.

Module 5

7DM004 Masters Project in Film and Television Production (60 credits)
‍Produce a major independent project, taking a lead creative role in a substantial film or screen production.

Module 6

7FI019 Writing for Film and Television (20 credits)
‍Develop a screenplay for a short film, with a focus on storytelling through images, sound, and character.

Potential Career Paths

Leading and managing TV stations or film production companies
Film and television production (directing, producing, editing, cinematography)
Leadership and management roles in the creative industries
Media arts and cultural organizations
Academic research or further doctoral studies

Entry Requirements

A good Honours Degree (2:2 or above) or equivalent in film, television, media, or related fields OR
Applicants with significant professional experience in film/television production may also be considered. A portfolio of work and written assessment may be required AND
All applicants will be invited for an interview.

MA Film and Television Production - University of Wolverhampton, UK