Film and Television Production MA
Met Film School Campus, United Kingdom
MA Film and Television Production
Met Film School
Film and Television Production
Program Overview: MA Film and Television Production
The MA Film and Television Production at Met Film School is a multidisciplinary programme designed to develop the skills and understanding needed to work in a variety of roles across today's screen industries. Based at the historic Ealing Studios in London, you will gain practical experience making content for a variety of screen platforms while trying out a number of professional production roles.
Through intensive production work and reflective practice, this programme delivers employable, smart-thinking graduates ready for the film and television industry. You will build essential skills in screenwriting, visual storytelling, camera work, editing, and production management while exploring the roles of contemporary screen professionals through industrial, ethical, and creative lenses.
The programme is designed for students who are passionate about screen content and production, love to learn and collaborate, and have the ambition to become professionals in an ever-evolving and expanding industry sector. With career and employability support offered throughout, including access to MetFilm Futures, you will be fully prepared to enter the screen business upon graduation.
Key Program Highlights
- Practical, hands-on training at the iconic Ealing Studios with industry-standard equipment including professional digital cameras, sound stages, and post-production suites
- Industry-facing curriculum taught by active film and television professionals, including BAFTA and Oscar nominees, with career support through MetFilm Futures
- Real-life experience working on projects with briefs from broadcasters, film producers, and commercial or non-commercial businesses
- Multi-skilled approach to the screen industries, developing versatility across directing, writing, producing, camerawork, and editing
Curriculum and Modules
The MA Film and Television Production curriculum is built on the key concepts and skills that underpin screen storytelling. Beginning with an immersion in the fundamentals of dramatic narrative content, you progress through specialist modules covering different types of film and television production contexts, including single drama, series drama, branded content, and advertising.
You will gain a foundational understanding of screen storytelling and the current landscape of the industry, building essential skills in screenwriting, visual storytelling, camera work, editing, and production management.
An intensive module where you work together to make short video content, developing your understanding of content, industry, and audiences while pitching ideas to an industry panel.
Focusing on the process of originating ideas for filmed drama, you will learn the key elements of making a short film, including story and script construction, the director's role, and methods for working with actors.
This module explores the rapidly evolving television landscape, giving you insight into series drama production and the skills needed for contemporary television content creation.
You will develop entrepreneurial skills essential for the modern screen industries, exploring branded content, advertising, and commercial approaches to filmmaking and content creation.
Specialist Pathways and Elective Focus Areas
Admission Requirements
The MA Film and Television Production welcomes applicants who demonstrate passion, creativity, and potential for a career in the screen industries. Each application is considered on its individual merits, and the admissions process includes an interview stage to assess your readiness for the programme. To start your application, contact Uni4Edu for guidance and support.
Academic Requirements
- Minimum DegreeA minimum 2:1 honours degree from a UK university or overseas equivalent
- Non-Standard EntryApplicants without a 2:1 degree but with relevant industry work experience are invited to apply with supporting documentation
- Minimum Age18 years of age or older at the time the course starts
- InterviewAll applicants must complete an admissions interview (in person or online for international applicants)
- Personal StatementA personal statement of at least 500 words outlining your motivation and understanding of the programme
English Language Requirements
- IELTSOverall score of 6.5, with at least 6.5 in writing and 5.5 in listening, reading, and speaking
- TOEFL iBTMinimum score of 79-95 (contact Uni4Edu for the most current requirement)
- Alternative EvidenceCambridge PET, ESOL Skills for Life, Trinity Level 1, or a letter confirming English as sole language of instruction during BA studies
Required Documents
Application Deadlines
For personalized admission guidance, document verification, and application support, please contact Uni4Edu
Scholarships and Funding
Met Film School offers a limited number of scholarships and bursaries each academic year to talented and dedicated applicants. These funding opportunities are designed to support students who demonstrate passion, creativity, and potential in the screen industries. Contact Uni4Edu for full details on eligibility and application procedures.
Voices That Matter Scholarship
A scholarship aimed at supporting underrepresented voices in the screen industries. Open to both undergraduate and postgraduate applicants who can demonstrate how their perspective will contribute to greater diversity in film and television.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
Graduates of the MA Film and Television Production programme enter a dynamic and expanding industry with a diverse range of career opportunities. Met Film School's strong industry connections and the MetFilm Futures careers service ensure that graduates are well-prepared and well-connected to launch successful careers in the screen industries.
Potential Career Roles
Types of Employers
Rankings and Recognition
As a specialist film school, Met Film School is recognised for its practical, industry-focused approach rather than appearing in traditional university league tables. The school holds membership in the International Association of Film and Television Schools (CILECT) and its courses carry industry recognition from ScreenSkills, the UK's industry-led skills body for screen-based industries.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Film and Television Production | ScreenSkills (Industry Recognition) | Select Quality Mark Holder |
| Creative Arts and Design (Postgraduate) | UK Graduate Outcomes Data | 4th in the UK |
| Creative Arts and Design (Undergraduate) | UK Graduate Outcomes Data | 2nd in the UK |
| Practical Filmmaking | CILECT (International Association of Film and Television Schools) | Full Membership |
How to Apply
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