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Cinematography - MA at University of South Wales

University of South Wales, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A master's teaching visual storytelling through hands-on projects and theory, with focus on lighting, camera work and collaboration across film industry roles. USW Film is an ARRI Certified course, allowing students to gain an additional ARRI qualification.

Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Intake: September 2027 (Cardiff)  |  Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Industry (work experience), Specialist Craft Practice / Advanced Specialist Craft Practice, Film Theory and Practice, Collaborative Practice (a 6-9 minute group film) and a Major Production Project (a 12-15 minute film). Assessment is 70% practical tasks and production projects and 30% written reflection and critical analysis.

Career pathways

Director of photography, camera operator, focus puller (1st AC), digital imaging technician and Steadicam operator; graduates have worked for the BBC, Netflix and Channel 4.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum 2:2 Honours degree in a relevant discipline or an appropriate professional qualification; or an HND/HNC and relevant experience; or equivalent international qualifications. Others are considered individually with prior experience taken into account. A website or digital portfolio link must be provided (in the first section of the personal statement or as a PDF in section 12 of the application form).

International applicants: GBP 18,300 a year (2027/28). Full-time fee per year Source

Intake: September 2027 (Cardiff)

Duration: 1 year full-time

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