Screen & Film Production MA
Met Film School Campus, United Kingdom
MA Screen & Film Production
Met Film School
Film & Screen Production
MA Screen & Film Production at Met Film School
The MA in Screen & Film Production at Met Film School is designed for graduates and professionals eager to enhance their filmmaking expertise. The programme offers a comprehensive blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical experience, allowing you to specialise in key areas such as directing, producing, editing, cinematography, and screenwriting.
With a strong emphasis on industry engagement, the programme includes opportunities for real-world collaboration, mentoring from seasoned industry professionals, and exclusive masterclasses. The culmination of the course is a Major Project, where you showcase your skills and creative vision in your chosen specialisation, graduating with a robust portfolio ready for the screen industries.
Met Film School's London campus is based within the historic Ealing Studios, one of the oldest continuously working film studios in the world. All courses are validated by the University of West London, and students benefit from being taught by working industry professionals, including BAFTA and Oscar nominees.
Key Program Highlights
- Tailored Learning: Customise your curriculum to align with your career goals across specialisms like directing, screenwriting, or cinematography
- Industry Engagement: Benefit from mentorship by working industry professionals and gain practical experience through collaborative projects
- Real-World Experience: Attend major film festivals, receive funding support, and produce work for real-life external clients
- Historic Studio Campus: Study within the iconic Ealing Studios in West London, surrounded by active professional film and television productions
Curriculum & Modules
The MA Screen & Film Production curriculum is structured to take you from foundational research and theory through specialist development to a culminating Major Project. Each module combines seminars, practical workshops, studio activities, and one-to-one mentoring to build your creative and professional capabilities progressively.
Critical and Creative Research
Core ModuleExplore the convergence of theory and practice in your chosen specialist area. Through research-based learning, you develop an in-depth understanding of screen and film production using a critical and theoretical lens, supported by research training and one-to-one mentoring.
Specialist Development
Core ModuleMove into the developmental stage of the production process by identifying and refining your specialist pathway, whether as a director, editor, sound designer, or another role. Through exploration and experimentation, you discover how you wish to develop as a practitioner.
Collaborative Practice
Core ModuleInterrogate the collaborative practices intrinsic to screen and film production. By working alongside peers, industry contacts, and external stakeholders, you develop key strategies for teamwork and build your vision for inclusive and ethically sound filmmaking communities.
Major Project
Core ModuleProduce an extended piece of work that explores your chosen specialist pathway. This capstone project gives you the opportunity to deliver work that is distinctive, industry-aware, research-based, and reflects awareness of a diverse and inclusive world.
Industry and Career Preparation
Core ModuleDevelop authentic career paperwork and supporting materials including a professional CV and personal profile. Present your career plan with evidence of new skills, assessed by industry employers as you prepare to enter or re-enter the screen industries.
Practical Workshops and Masterclasses
Core ModuleEngage in practical workshops, seminars, and studio activities that support your creative thinking in a group dynamic. Benefit from masterclasses delivered by leading industry professionals to gain current insights into the film and television landscape.
Specialist Pathway Options
Admission Requirements
The MA Screen & Film Production welcomes applications from graduates and experienced professionals with a passion for filmmaking. Each application is considered on its individual merits, and candidates with relevant industry experience who may not hold traditional qualifications are also encouraged to apply through Uni4Edu.
Academic Requirements
- Undergraduate DegreeMinimum 2:1 honours degree from a UK university or overseas equivalent
- Non-Standard EntryApplicants without a 2:1 degree but with relevant work experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis
- Creative PortfolioSubmission of relevant creative work that contributes towards a portfolio demonstrating your filmmaking abilities
- Minimum Age18 years of age or older at the time the course starts
- InterviewFormal interview assessing your passion, understanding of your chosen specialism, and readiness for 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 iBTScore of 79-100 (or equivalent)
- Other Accepted TestsCambridge PET, ESOL Skills for Life Level 1 and 2, Trinity Level 1
Required Documents
Application Deadlines
For personalized admission guidance, document verification, and application support, please contact Uni4Edu
Scholarships & Funding
Met Film School and various external bodies offer funding opportunities to help support postgraduate students. As a private independent film school registered with the Office for Students (OfS), eligible UK students may access government postgraduate loans. International students are encouraged to explore funding options through Uni4Edu.
Voices Matter Scholarship
A Met Film School scholarship designed to support underrepresented voices in the film industry. This award aims to promote diversity and inclusion within the school's postgraduate programmes.
UK Postgraduate Loan
Up to GBP 11,222Eligible UK students on Masters degree courses at Met Film School may apply for a government-backed postgraduate loan as a contribution towards course and living costs. Repayment terms apply.
External and International Scholarships
Varies by providerInternational students may access funding from home government programmes, British Council scholarships, and independent foundations. Contact Uni4Edu for guidance on scholarships available for your nationality and circumstances.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
Met Film School places industry at the heart of everything it does, and graduates of the MA Screen & Film Production programme go on to build successful careers across the film, television, and screen industries. The school's dedicated MetFilm Futures employment team helps students secure creative roles in leading companies worldwide.
Potential Career Roles
Where Graduates Work
Rankings & Recognition
As a specialist film school, Met Film School is not typically included in traditional university league tables. However, it holds significant industry recognition and has achieved notable positions in creative arts graduate outcome rankings. The school is a member of CILECT (The International Association of Film and Television Schools) and its courses are validated by the University of West London.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Film & Television Production | ScreenSkills | Select Quality Mark Holder |
| Creative Arts & Design (Postgraduate) | UK Graduate Outcomes | 4th in the UK |
| Creative Arts & Design (Undergraduate) | UK Graduate Outcomes | 2nd in the UK |
| Practical Filmmaking | CILECT / NFTS Advisory | Internationally Recognised |
How to Apply
Applying for this program is easy with Uni4Edu. Our team will guide you through every step of the process — from document preparation to final enrolment.
Contact Uni4Edu
Reach out to our team via email or phone. We will assess your profile and confirm your eligibility for this program.
Prepare Your Documents
Our advisors will provide you with a personalised checklist of required documents and help you prepare your application package.
Submit Your Application
Uni4Edu will submit your application on your behalf and keep you updated on its progress throughout the review period.
Receive Your Offer
Once accepted, we will help you understand your offer, arrange visa support if needed, and guide you through the enrolment process.
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