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Film Studies MA at University College London (UCL)

University College London (UCL), United Kingdom

Programme overview

Gain expertise in film to pursue a career in the media, the arts or academic research through this degree. The Film Studies MA provides an exceptional grounding in cinema history, global cinema and modern screen media.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities  |  Duration: 1 calendar year; 2 calendar years  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits. In Terms 1 and 2, you will take a 30 credit compulsory module. Modules include: MA Film Studies Core Course; Dissertation; Ancient Rome on Film: From Pre-Cinema to the 1950's; Ancient Rome on Film: From the 1950's to the 21st Century; The Idea of Documentary; Global Cinemas;…

Career pathways

Previous graduates from the Film Studies MA have pursued diverse career paths in media (35.6%), performance and creative arts (6.8%), hospitality, leisure and tourism (3.4%) and teaching or…

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a first or a high upper second-class Honours degree (average 65%) in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. English language requirement: UCL Level 3.

Domestic applicants: GBP 16,800 a year (2027/28). Tuition for the first study mode listed (2027/28 UK students: £16,800 per year ; International: £36,800 per year) Source

International applicants: GBP 36,800 a year (2027/28). Tuition for the first study mode listed (2027/28 UK students: £16,800 per year ; International: £36,800 per year) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 calendar year; 2 calendar years

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