Film and Screen Production
University of DerbyDerby (Markeaton Street), United Kingdom
Course overview
• You'll be guided through all stages of the creative content-making process to complete a short film, documentary or full-length screenplay/script on this challenging course • You will be taught and mentored by staff who are experienced in the film and TV industry and knowledgeable about its opportunities for employment and commissioning. They will use their extensive professional network to help you find opportunities and placements • You will join a vibrant and supportive community of creative content makers, and be encouraged to experiment, take creative risks and find your talent and voice • We have high-spec film-making equipment available for you to use, including RED and ARRI digital cameras and traditional celluloid or ‘35mm’ film. • Creative Project in Film or Documentary or • Advanced Research Project
Key highlights
- Complete a short film, documentary or full-length screenplay
- Taught and mentored by experienced film and TV industry professionals
- Staff networks help you find opportunities and placements
- Use RED and ARRI digital cameras and 35mm celluloid film
- Choose a creative film or documentary project or advanced research project
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (min 5.5 in each skills area)
Scholarships
10% Alumni Discount
All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.
Up to 10% of fees25% Alumni Discount
The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Film director
- Documentary maker
- Screenwriter
- Film producer
- Camera operator
- Film editor
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,720 for the full course* | International: £17,500 for the full course
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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