MA Global Film and Television (Online)
Master
Online
Description
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Type
Master
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Methodology
Online
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Duration
2 Years
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Start date
Different dates available
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Online campus
Yes
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
Yes
The MA in Global Film and Television is an online course, offering a range of distinct critical and theoretical approaches. You will be asked to explore the dynamic relationship between visual style and social commentary in work of film and television from around the world. As the industries of film and television become increasingly interconnected, the course considers their shared stylistic and contextual relationships.
This course is innovative in engaging with comparative close readings of US film beyond Hollywood, of World Cinema, and of contemporary television. The course leads the way in employing cutting-edge advancements in Film and Television Studies, such as the audio visual essay and digital curation. The course’s online delivery means that you will benefit from greater flexibility, innovative teaching and learning strategies via the latest developments in social media and digital technology.
To find out more information about how online study works, please visit go.herts.ac.uk/online, or contact us on 01707 281121 or e-mail online-degrees@herts.ac.uk.
'This is a flagship course of advanced postgraduate teaching in film and television studies, probably the only one of its kind in the world.' Professor Jason Jacobs, Head of the School of Communication and Arts, University of Queensland
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About this course
Graduates are equipped for a variety of careers including those traditionally open to Masters Graduates in the Arts and Humanities: teaching, the Civil Service, Local Government, journalism, marketing, film curation and exhibition, and publishing as well as for further study at postgraduate level.
The normal entry requirements for the programme are:
A good Bachelor’s degree (minimum 2.2 or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
Access to computer equipment with the following minimum specification.
An interview is not a required component of the admissions process, but all applicants will be invited to an informal online discussion with the Programme Leader prior to admission (via Skype)
Why choose this course?
With the University of Hertfordshire’s innovative online distance learning programme, you can study for a MA Global Film and Television at your own pace, without ever having to set foot on campus.
You will benefit from:
Flexible study- fit your degree around your work and life commitments.
Support from experienced and well qualified tutors.
No campus-based exams – assessment is by coursework and online tests.
Pay as you study and possible tuition fee loan eligibility (UK/EU students only).
Being part of a dynamic and supportive online community of like-minded students.
No travel or student accommodation costs.
The degree is for those who wish to advance their skills and knowledge in the area of Film and Television Studies at postgraduate level. The course will provide the opportunity to develop an understanding of film analysis beyond Hollywood, and to engage in close readings of films and television programmes from around the world.
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Subjects
- Access
- Works
- Film and Television
- Materials
- Global
- Teaching
- Film
- Television
- Dissertation
- Style
Course programme
- Style and Meaning in Film and Television (30 credits)
- Screen Curation (30 credits)
- Global Screen Violence (15 credits)
- Thinking Images: Philosophy in Film and Television (30 credits)
- Research Methods 1: Critical and Theoretical Debates (15 credits)
- Research Methods 2: Advanced Research Skills (15 credits)
- Dissertation/Extended Project (60 credits)
- Part-time, 2 years
Module
- Style and Meaning in Film and Television
- Screen Curation
- Global Screen Violence
- Research Methods 1: Critical and Theoretical Debates
- Research Methods 2: Advanced Research Skills
- Dissertation/Extended Project
- Thinking Images: Philosophy in Film and Television
Additional information
UK Students
Part time
£780 per 15 credits for the 2021/2022 academic year
EU Students
Part time
£780 per 15 credits for the 2021/2022 academic year
International Students
Part time
£780 per 15 credits for the 2021/2022 academic year
MA Global Film and Television (Online)