Filmmaking MA

You'll graduate as an employable, connected industry practitioner. Hone your creativity and technique in filmmaking. Develop a pre-formed film idea that constitutes a key part of your application. Benefit from excellent industry ties, including to Sheffield's world-renowned Doc/Fest.

Learn in a creative, supportive and bespoke learning environment for one or two years. Work under the tutelage of production-active industry figures with exceptional connections. With a focus on producing your own film idea, underpinned by critical thinking and industry study, this course aims to create rounded filmmaking professionals.

You'll work under the tutelage of practicing directors, writers, editors, producers and cinematographers, and benefit from close industry connections to the likes of Creative England and Sheffield's international documentary festival Doc/Fest. You will receive support from the university for 18 months after graduation, helping you to find work and boost your profile.

This course prepares you for a career as a: director; producer; screenwriter; cinematographer; editor; sound recordist; sound designer.