Course overview
Redefine the boundaries of film criticism and curation
Craft your own success story with our online programme. Explore directing, producing, and editing, and let your creativity shine in the world of film and TV.
Step into the dynamic world of film and television with UH Online’s MA in Film and Television Production. Immerse yourself in this innovative online program, designed for aspiring filmmakers and producers. Elevate your creative practice and acquire indispensable production skills encompassing directing, producing, screenwriting, and editing. Our specialized modules will sharpen your critical judgment and technical finesse.
This flexible online platform offers you the freedom to pursue your passion from anywhere. Join us to harness your potential as a visionary filmmaker in the ever-evolving realm of Film and Television Production. Apply now to open doors to limitless possibilities.
Job outcomes
- Freelance Filmmaker
- Film Director
- Screenwriter
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
Duration study load
- 24 months – Part-time
Entry requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline at a level equivalent to a UK second-class Honours degree.
- Applicants must also submit a portfolio of creative work showing appropriate skills in the intended area of study to be considered for these courses.
- For International applicants whose first language is not English, an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in any band), or equivalent.
- The school will consider non-standard applicants who can demonstrate that they have relevant work experience over a period of 3 years via a Curriculum Vitae and/or LinkedIn profile.
Supporting Documents Requirements
The supporting documents for the programme are:
- Bachelor’s degree (where applicable) at a level equivalent to a UK second-class Honours degree.
- A reference letter from a current or previous manager HR department or a person in a position of authority is required as supporting evidence.
- Personal identification documents e.g passport or I.D.
- A personal statement (approx. 3-500 words) and/or video presentation about why you want to study this programme.
- Proof of English Language Proficiency (POE) where applicable.
- POE exemption may be offered to students. Please speak to a Student Success Consultant to discover whether you are eligible for an exemption.
Course features
Advance your career with an internationally recognised degree
- Earn an an online MA Film and TV Production degree from a modern UK university
- UH Online is 2nd for Graduate Employability in the most recent PTES Survey
- Enhance your career prospects with a research-focused degree
Flexible learning that fits your schedule
- Study at your own pace, anytime and anywhere from any device, your world is your campus
- Student Support Consultants and services are available throughout your course
- Online Library and Virtual classroom are available 24/7
Taught by expert faculty with industry experience
- Learn from our team of campus-based academic experts who create learning outcomes
- Benefit from their extensive experience and knowledge in the field of choice
- Join fellow learners through virtual events and module discussions
Rigorous academic standards and quality control procedures
- Receive the same academic standards and award as the equivalent on-campus course
- Be assured of the quality and rigour of your education with a QAA-assured degree
- Take part in module surveys and student support checkups
Who's it for?
Unlock your path to success
This fully online degree will expand your career options, offering you new possibilities and paths to success.
Excel in Your Current Career
Are you already a part of the entertainment world or a related field? Our online MA equips you with advanced skills in directing, producing, and editing, elevating your impact in your current role. Refine your creative vision and contribute to cinematic storytelling that resonates with audiences worldwide, driving innovation in the film and TV landscape.
Change Career Paths
Ready for a career transition into the world of film and television? Immerse yourself in a journey that encompasses directing, producing, and editing, as well as understanding the intricacies of visual storytelling. Redefine your career trajectory and seize opportunities as a filmmaker, content producer, or post-production specialist. Embrace the role of a storyteller and amplify your influence in the industry.
Carve Your Unique Path
Dream of creating your own mark in the world of film and television? Our MA programme empowers you to shape your distinctive journey. Develop a holistic understanding of the production process, from pre-production to distribution, and cultivate your own creative projects. Become a visionary who pioneers new narratives and experiences, leaving an indelible imprint on the ever-evolving landscape of cinematic storytelling.
Subjects
The part-time Online MA Film and TV Production is 180 Credits and comprises of core modules followed by a final research project.
The aims of this module are to enable students to build their specialist knowledge and experience of camera and lighting techniques to gain a deeper understanding of film and television production and its professional and commercial practices and develop an understanding of how technical means can contribute to the communication of character, mood, genre and narrative.
Additionally, the module aims to support students to acquire the knowledge and skills in camera and lighting to contribute at a professional level in film and television production.
The aims of this module are to enable students to build their specialist knowledge and experience of editing theories, tools & techniques to gain a deeper understanding of film and television production and its professional and commercial practices and develop an understanding of how editing can contribute to the communication of character, mood, genre and narrative.
Additionally, the module aims to support students to acquire the knowledge and skills in editing to contribute at a professional level in film and television production.
The aims of this module are to enable students to build their specialist knowledge and experience of sound and recording techniques to gain a deeper understanding of film and television production and its professional and commercial practices and develop an understanding of how sound can contribute to the communication of character, mood, genre and narrative.
Additionally, the module aims to support students to acquire the knowledge and skills in sound and recording to contribute at a professional level in film and television production.
The aims of this module are to enable students to build their specialist knowledge and experience of pre-production processes to gain a deeper understanding of film and television production and its professional and commercial practices and develop an understanding of how pre-production and storyboarding practices underpin successful, ethical and effective film and television production.
Additionally, the module aims to support students in acquiring the knowledge and skills in pre-production to contribute at a professional level in film and television production.
The aims of this module are to enable students to build their specialist knowledge and experience of writing for film and television to gain a deeper understanding of film and television production and its professional and commercial practices, and develop an understanding of how screenwriting techniques and theories of plot, structure and audience affect can contribute to the communication of character, mood, genre and narrative.
Additionally, the module aims to support students to acquire the knowledge and skills in writing for film and/or television to contribute at a professional level in film and television production.
The aims of this module are to enable students to build their specialist knowledge and experience of contemporary documentary practice and associated production techniques and develop an understanding of how the communication of character, mood, information and narrative operates in a documentary context.
Additionally, the module aims to support students to acquire the knowledge and skills in documentary production to contribute at a professional level in film and television production.
Cinematography: The Filmmaker’s Gaze (15 Credits) The aims of this module are to enable students to build their specialist knowledge and experience of cinematography to gain a deeper understanding of film and television production and its professional and commercial practices, and develop an understanding of how technical means can contribute to the communication of character, mood, genre and narrative.
Additionally, the module aims to support students to acquire the knowledge and skills in cinematography to contribute at a professional level in film and television production.
The aims of this module are to enable students to build upon their specialist knowledge and experience of advanced editing techniques and workflows to gain a deeper understanding of film and television production and its professional and commercial practices and develop an advanced understanding, informed by the theory of how editing can contribute to the communication of character, mood, genre and narrative.
Additionally, the module aims to support students to acquire the knowledge and skills in editing practices to contribute at a professional level in film and television production.
The aims of this module are to enable students to work autonomously on a project of their own devising to produce a substantial film and manage a sustained film production project, including the project planning, designing and creative decision-making at a professional level, and build upon their specialist knowledge and experience to gain a deeper understanding of film and television production and its professional and commercial practices.
The module supports students to position themselves critically within current debates by extending knowledge of relevant histories and current practices demonstrating an understanding of film and television genres, aesthetics and narrative processes.
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