MA Film Studies at University of Leeds

Programme overview

The MA Film Studies approaches film from history, theory, industry and curation perspectives, with practical options such as video-essay making and festival curating, drawing on the nine schools of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures.

Department: School of Languages, Cultures and Societies | Duration: 12 months full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

A 60-credit core module, Film Arts and Industries, and a 60-credit Independent Project (research, creative work or a mix) are combined with optional modules taught by experts.

Career pathways

Roles across film, media, criticism, curation and the wider creative industries, teaching, or further study at Masters or PhD level.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) or equivalent, preferably in film, television, media, art and design, cultural studies, drama, literature, photography or related subjects. Applicants with relevant experience or from complementary areas are also considered. Applicants answer the supporting-statement questions on the application form. English language (international applicants): IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,900 for the whole programme (2027 entry). UK fee, total for the full-time course Source

International applicants: GBP 28,800 for the whole programme (2027 entry). International fee, total for the full-time course Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time

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