Course summary
UWE Bristol’s MA Filmmaking is for passionate storytellers keen to make their mark in the film and television industry. This hands-on, practice-based course develops your craft in a collaborative, professional environment using industry-standard facilities including digital media studios and production and fabrication workshop, all supported by the latest technology. You'll work both independently and collaboratively on short films, documentaries, and live industry briefs, guided by industry-experienced tutors, visiting professionals and contemporary practice. The course concludes with a major film project, designed to showcase your skills as the centrepiece of your portfolio. You’ll be perfectly placed in Bristol, widely recognised as one of the most creatively influential settings in the UK. In this UNESCO City of Film, students and workers in the creative industries often collaborate. Our strong industry contacts include the BBC, ITV, Aardman, Films@59, Bottle Yard Film Studios and E3 Media, who provide ongoing professional input. Our teaching faculty also work at the forefront of contemporary media practice, with high levels of practical experience and expertise. You’ll graduate with a globally recognised qualification, opening career opportunities in directing, film production, cinematography, editing, and sound design, both locally and internationally.
Entry requirements
We're seeking highly motivated students from any background, committed to creative growth in our supportive School of Arts community. Most applicants would have an honours degree in the arts, but those with qualifications in other disciplines or prior professional experience are also encouraged to apply. While some students enter the course after years of independent work, we also welcome entries from ambitious applicants directly from undergraduate courses. International applicants For country specific entry requirements please find your country on our country information pages https://www.uwe.ac.uk/courses/international-study How to apply We accept applications throughout the year but if you're working to a funding deadline, you should build this into your application process. Read more about postgraduate applications: https://www.uwe.ac.uk/courses/applying/postgraduate-applications Read more about international applications and key international deadline dates: https://www.uwe.ac.uk/courses/applying/international-applications
English language requirements
International and EU applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*). *The University accepts a large number of UK and international qualifications in place of IELTS. To find details of acceptable tests and the required grades, Visit our English Language requirements pages: https://www.uwe.ac.uk/courses/applying/international-applications/english-language-requirements English language support If you meet the academic requirements but require additional support to take your language skills to the required level, you may be able to attend one of our pre-sessional English courses. Students who successfully complete the pre-sessional course can progress onto their chosen degree course without retaking an IELTS or equivalent. Read more about our pre-sessional English programme: https://courses.uwe.ac.uk/YQ33
Visit our English Language Requirements pages
https://www.uwe.ac.uk/courses/applying/international-applications/english-language-requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Bristol, UWE
Coldharbour Lane
Frenchay
Bristol
BS16 1QY