MA Filmmaking in Manchester United Kingdom | Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University | Manchester United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 20,500
(c. USD27,391.49)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

In today's evolving landscape of modern cinema, storytellers now have more opportunities than ever to craft narratives across diverse media formats. The School of Digital Art's (SODA) MA Filmmaking program examines the art of film production through multiple professional lenses, with particular emphasis on short-form content creation. This encompasses storytelling, documentary work, artistic expression, and technological innovation across various platforms.
Students are empowered to cultivate their unique creative vision by employing diverse artistic, conceptual, and technical methods to express their ideas. Through both traditional methods and innovative production techniques, learners can hone specialized abilities while engaging in interdisciplinary collaboration within SODA's creative environment.
Filmmaking students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities in a custom-designed building featuring the newest technologies, preparing them with professional-grade skills for content creation across digital platforms. This vibrant hub fosters collaboration with a community of sound engineers, visual artists, game designers, and other creatives. SODA's faculty comprises accomplished professionals from various creative fields, all actively engaged in research and maintaining strong connections with media, arts, and technology industries.
Throughout the program, students establish valuable connections with creative professionals locally, nationally, and globally. For aspiring media professionals, SODA's Manchester location provides an ideal setting for networking and advancing expertise in media, gaming, and digital technology sectors.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

You should have at least a 2:2 undergraduate UK honours degree in a relevant discipline (eg Filmmaking, Film & Television Production, Creative Film Production, Media Production, Digital Media Production, Sound & Video, Photography, Media Communication).
Equivalent EU/international qualifications are also accepted.
Applicants who do not meet these criteria will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Other professional qualifications will be considered on merit and/or with relevant professional experience.
Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category
IELTS (Academic) Or IELTS for UKVI (Academic) Or IELTS Online (Academic) - 6.5, with no component below 5.5

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) Or PTE Academic UKVI Or PTE Academic Online - 65, with no less than 59 in any section

Cambridge English B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency tests - 180 points overall, with no component below 160 points

TOEFL iBT (from test centre or home edition) Designated Institution Code, for applicants who want their scores sent directly to us - 0240 - Overall score - 89 With no individual test score below-
Listening - 17
Reading - 18
Speaking - 20
Writing - 17

Tuition GBP 20,500

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