Explore Screenwriting
This MA deepens the creativity of our students, embeds professional practice, encourages enterprise and enhances employability. Taught in the manner of a creative conservatoire, it prepares our graduates to forge successful and fulfilling careers in the UK and global film and television industries with confidence and flair.
Over the two semesters you will work closely with your tutors and collaborate with your contemporaries as you develop your screenwriting, pitching, story-breaking, script editing, analytical and other professional skills
Course duration: 1 year (full-time)
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Screenwriting at Ô°ÇøÒùÂÒ
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The only such course offered by an elite Russell Group university, MA Screenwriting is a small, highly selective course.
An intensive one-year MA that develops the writer's voice, embeds professional practice and enhances graduate employability.
The course includes the possibility of either an internship at a production company or a professional mentor.
2nd in the UK for Drama and Cinematics (Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023)
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Work with leading industry practitioners to develop your characterisation, storytelling and scene construction skills.
We also offer a specialised taught course in MA Playwriting in our Drama and Film Studies department.
Funding and Scholarships
We offer different funding options so you can finance your future.
For more information on the scholarships and bursaries on offer, see our or research the University's postgraduate funding database.
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