MLitt Film & Television Studies at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

MLitt developing advanced analytical and research skills in the critical study of film and television, giving the two media equal prominence; preparation for PhD study and careers in the media and creative industries.

Department: School of Culture and Creative Arts | Duration: MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core courses: History of Film and Television Studies (30 credits), Research Methods and Dissertation Preparation (30 credits), Advanced Topics in Film Studies and Advanced Topics in Television Studies (20 credits each); one 20-credit option (e.g. Experimental Art and Media, Festivals); and a 15,000-word dissertation or 6,000 words with 12 minutes of audiovisual content.

Career pathways

PhD study; film education, festival management and programming, arts administration, and research roles in television, academia or the public sector.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in any subject; a 2.2 Honours degree may be considered. Substantial, directly relevant experience may be considered in place of formal qualifications, with a personal statement. International applicants: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no subtest below 6.0 (a single test, taken within 2 years 5 months of programme start; other accepted tests listed by the university). Application deadlines for September 2027 entry: international and EU rounds from 1 October 2026 to 8 July 2027; UK applicants 24 August 2027.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,481 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 28,275 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee Source

Intake: September

Duration: MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

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