MSc Film Curation at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

MSc exploring film curation across theoretical, historical and practical contexts, including the material qualities of audio-visual media and the history and practice of projection and exhibition. It has run since 2016.

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

What you will study

Core courses The Material of Film Curation and The Practice of Film Curation (30 credits each), a 20-credit work placement or creative practice course, two 20-credit options (e.g. Festivals, Experimental Art and Media), and a dissertation (15,000 words, or 6,000 words plus 12 minutes of video).

Career pathways

Curator or programmer for cinemas, festivals, museums and exhibition spaces; outreach officer; creative and cultural entrepreneur; researcher for film and TV industries; creative practitioner; academic researcher.

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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: MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

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