Taught course

Film and Television Studies

Institution
University of Warwick · Department of Film and Television Studies
Qualifications
MA

Entry requirements

2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in an adjacent subject.
All applicants are asked to provide us with a sample piece of written work of around 1,500-3,000 words (preferably, though not necessarily, on a film/TV-related subject) and a short (c. 200-300 words) description of the kind of research topic(s) they would be interested in studying for the mandatory 15,000 word dissertation undertaken by our students on the MA in Film and Television Studies.
For a speedier decision on your application, we advise you to provide us with these supplementary documents when you apply. This supplementary materials can be uploaded in one document to your application.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Film and Television Studies at Warwick is internationally recognised as one of the leading programmes in the field, offering an unparalleled training in the study of audiovisual media as cultural, historical, and aesthetic forms.

You will learn from leading scholars in the field through exciting modules that explore film theory, history, style, genre, representation, and global film cultures. Rooted in the critical traditions of the humanities, the curriculum draws on a wide range of methodologies, offering an alternative to media industry- and communications-based approaches.

The programme provides a rigorous training in textual analysis alongside the historical and methodological study of film and television. Through research-led teaching and specialised skills training, students develop competencies including critical thinking, interpretation and audiovisual literacy. In the final phase, students hone these skills through an independent dissertation under supervision, allowing for in-depth exploration of a specialised area of interest.

The course equips students with a solid foundation in film and television studies. It fosters advanced research and analytical skills essential for careers in media and cultural sectors, or for those preparing for further academic study.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MA
    full time
    12 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    part time
    24 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Postgraduate Admissions
Phone
+44 (0)24 7652 3523