MA Documentary Film Production at London Metropolitan University

Programme overview

Our Documentary Film Production MA is an innovative practical course taught in the heart of London’s creative hub. With a strong industry focus, this course offers an inspiring gateway into contemporary documentary filmmaking. Supported by award winning tutors, you'll develop a portfolio of innovative films, learning how to devise, shoot and edit documentary through a series of hands-on practical workshops.

Faculty: School of Computing and Digital Media | Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules: Film Production: Techniques for Non-Fiction, Interactive Documentary, Major Projects, Representations of Reality, The Factual Storytelling Business, Digital Journalism, Interaction Design, Scriptwriting, Work Related Learning.

Career pathways

This Documentary Film Production MA will prepare you for work in a wide range of professions within the film and creative industries. Some of the senior roles our graduates have taken up include: Director Producer Cinematographer Successfully completing this course is also an excellent gateway into a wide range of production roles, such as: Researcher Assistant Producer (AP) Shooting AP Editor Digital Content Creator

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Application information

Entry requirements

You will be required to have: a lower second-class (2.2) honours degree or higher, or an international equivalent; Alternatively your application will be considered if you have equivalent relevant professional experience and a strong interest in wanting to develop your skills as a documentary filmmaker. English language: London Met's standard English language requirements apply (Student visa applicants may need a SELT such as Academic IELTS).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,500 a year (2027/28). Full-time, September 2027 entry Source

International applicants: GBP 20,000 a year (2027/28). Full-time, September 2027 entry Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://evision.londonmet.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/SIW_IPP_LGN.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=DOCFLM-F

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