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MA by Research Film, Theatre and Television

  • Year of entry
    2024/25 See 2023/24 entry
  • Course duration
    Full Time:  12 months Part Time: 24 months
  • Year of entry
    2024/25 See 2023/24 entry
  • Course duration
    Full Time:  12 months Part Time: 24 months

Pursue flexible postgraduate research with our MA by Research Film, Theatre & Television.

This research-intensive master’s programme is designed for students who want to explore a specialised area of film, theatre or television.

The programme offers:

  • Flexible structure. Tailor the programme to your personal interests and schedule.
  • One-to-one supervision. Work with one of our Department’s world-class specialists.
  • Independent and taught study. In addition to completing a dissertation or practical project, you will study two taught modules in the subject area of your choice.

The programme creates a direct route into PhD study, but it’s also suitable for those who want to specialise as theorists, critics, artists, archivists, or producers.

Your learning environment

Work alongside expert academics in the Department of Film, Theatre & Television, where 100% of our research was judged to be of international standing [1]. You will have access to the Department’s:

  • research projects and activities
  • special collections
  • technical facilities and purpose-built spaces in the state-of-the-art Minghella Studios.

Alongside your guided independent research and two taught modules, you will have the chance to further hone your skills through research training offered by our Graduate School.

You will also have a dedicated supervisor to oversee your dissertation or practical project in film, theatre or television.

Your taught modules will include a mix of seminars, tutorials, workshops with industry representatives, external visits and technical training. 

Flexible study options for MA by Research Film, Theatre & Television students

You can study this programme full-time over one year, or part-time over two years. 

You will also choose between two pathways:

  • MA by Research in Film and Television
  • MA by Research in Theatre 

[1] Research Excellence Framework 2021, combining 4*, 3* and 2* submissions – Music, Drama, Dance, Performing Arts, Film and Screen Studies.

New UK/Republic of Ireland students: £10,500

New international students: £21,350

Fees for 2024/25 have not yet been set. For your reference, fees for 2023/24 are listed on this page.

The fees listed are for full-time study, unless otherwise stated. Fee information will be confirmed in offer letters sent out to successful applicants. You can find further information, including information for part-time study, through our dedicated fees and funding page.

EU student fees

With effect from 1 August 2021, new EU students will pay international tuition fees. For exceptions, please read the UK government’s guidance for EU students.

Additional costs

Some courses will require additional payments for field trips and extra resources. You will also need to budget for your accommodation and living costs. See our information on living costs for more details.

Financial support for your studies

You may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary to help pay for your study. Students from the UK may also be eligible for a student loan to help cover these costs. See our fees and funding information for more information on what's available.

This programme is ideal as a path to doctoral study. 

It’s also suitable for those who want to specialise as:

  • academics
  • theorists
  • critics
  • artists
  • archivists
  • producers.

Overall, 93% of graduates from Film, Theatre and Television are in work or further study within 15 months of graduation. [1]

[1] Based on our analysis of HESA data © HESA 2022, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2019/20; includes all Film, Theatre and Television responders.