Film Practice (Online)

Entry requirements

We welcome applications from all different educational backgrounds and experiences as talented creatives can develop in many environments. We encourage applications from students looking to change their career direction, as well as those seeking to further their skills and knowledge in a familiar subject. Our online courses are designed to be studied part-time and remotely, with online support and collaboration. We encourage students to apply early to secure a place.

Academic entry requirements

You’ll usually have a BA (Hons) degree at 2:2 or above, or an equivalent UK or international qualification. Students with undergraduate degrees related to the MA they want to study may not need to supply a portfolio, but we recommend providing one as a way for the course leaders to assess your ability.

Alternative Qualifications

Applicants without a related degree will still be considered for entry if there’s sufficient evidence to indicate they have the potential to fulfil the study objectives and achieve the standard of the final award. Students without a directly related degree will be asked for supply a portfolio of work for the course team’s consideration (please consult our portfolio guidelines for more information).

Experience

We encourage applicants with a demonstrable passion for the subject and/or relevant experience to apply, even if they don’t have a qualification. An online informal conversation with the course leader may be suggested to ensure the course is the right fit for you.

Proof of English Proficiency

If you are an international student or if you have been educated abroad, you may be asked to submit proof of English Language Proficiency. This proof can take many forms, all of which are outlined on the English Language section of our website.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

Why tell your stories or make your films in the same way as everyone else? Realise your ambitions while exploring new filmmaking approaches in the context of an international learning community that champions research driven experimentation and peer feedback.

The MA Film Practice online programme is your opportunity to explore the creative depths of filmmaking as an art form.

You’ll be encouraged to challenge established, mainstream modes of filmmaking and think critically about how your work responds to the contemporary world. Through this course, you’ll build an expansive understanding of film, its audiences, and the many contexts in which it can be presented.

Fees and funding

The course is eligible for a Postgraduate Loan from Student Finance England for UK and EU nationals meeting the residency requirements.