The course is open to suitable graduates in any discipline with an element of film production, those with a record of work in the industry, or those with evidence of significant individual practice.
Completely industry-facing throughout, the course is project-based and deals hands-on with the changes and innovations that are happening in the accessibility and delivery of cinema, as online and digital distribution evolve and develop.
The course encompasses many aspects of film practice, including initial story, idea and commission, through to scriptwriting, casting, shooting, editing and, finally, distribution and screening.
This course is delivered in partnership with Broadway Cinema and Media Centre.
Scholarships
The School of Art & Design is offering a number of scholarships for full-time Masters study. To find out more visit our Postgraduate Scholarships webpage.
Nottingham Skillset Media Academy
This course is affiliated to the Nottingham Skillset Media Academy.
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If you have any questions about the content of this course or admissions, please contact us.
Please note the following information for applicants
Course focus
The unique structure of the course’s delivery, in partnership with Broadway, provides you with the facilities, contacts, expertise, guidance and flexibility to realise a specific project, an area of study, pursue an opportunity or fulfil aspirations in the area of film practice and digital media.
The specific area of focus is tailored to the individual and almost any film-based project idea can be considered at any stage of concept, creation, production and delivery.
Assessment
Assessment is by coursework and a presentation at the end of each stage, culminating in the exposition of your work towards the end of the course.
Course content includes:
- project management
- editing and production development
- work for new media and web-based contexts
- the changing nature of contemporary film production
- development of user-generated content
- on-set experience
- film practice in relation to associated creative areas e.g. fine art, marketing, fashion, graphic design and photography; and
- film distribution and exhibition.
How you study
On this course film is taught as a creative practice, culture and business. As part of the admissions procedure you are expected to write a short, film-related overview of the particular areas of project development you would like to address during your study.
Once the course starts you will be given your own office space at the Broadway Media Centre with access to its full range of public, educational and professional development activities.
Teaching also takes place within the School of Art & Design, where emphasis is on understanding the role of film within the contemporary creative culture.
You attend regular group tutorials with an appointed supervisor; seminars on topics relevant to your chosen subject are the main means by which you present and critique practical work.
You will also agree and develop a learning and personal development plan with your supervisor, based around your specific area of focus and project ideas.
Throughout the course you are required to develop and maintain a reflective journal; this is a record of your project’s journey and will include critical analysis, research, evaluation of thoughts and activities, as well as professional theory and practice in relation to your subject choice.
You will also join in a programme of general Masters lectures and special events given by professionals from within the broader contexts of film practice.
Special facilities
Facilities available span the latest industry-standard equipment including HD cameras, film-editing suites, a four-screen cinema, studio space and conferencing facilities.
Technical support and advice from practitioners at the Broadway Cinema and Media Centre are available, helping you build partnerships and deliver your projects.
Learning opportunities
The course includes collaborative projects and trips. Recent examples include visits to the Yorkshire Sculpture Park and the Biennale art and design festival in Venice.
Exploratory projects are encouraged as part of the learning experience, especially collaborative projects across disciplinary boundaries.
Guest lectures and workshops include appearances from influential practitioners, artists and respected academics.
Career destinations
This MA is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills and experience likely to advance your career or enable further study. There are expanding opportunities across many sectors and related industries, including:
- production for online video, DVD, mobile phone and PDA content
- music video
- corporate communications
- training and education
- archive and community engagement
- marketing and advertising; and
- reportage and documentation.
Work placements
Although this course does not offer a formal placement, all of our courses are vocationally focused and benefit from strong links with industry.
How to apply
Applications for this course should be made through our website; apply now for our MA Film Practice.
You can study this course in a number of ways:
- full-time over one year
- part-time over two years.
Application deadline
Applications should normally be received by the end of July for entry in September.
Overseas applicants must take into account the time required to apply for a visa (if applicable) before applying for an MA course.
Personal statement
Your course of study will be based on the research, development and production of a major project that you'll propose.
Your personal statement should be submitted as part of your online application form in the personal statement field.
It should be approximately 500 words and include the following:
- your aims and motivations to study within Film Practice
- what you hope to achieve upon graduation from this course
- any specialist areas or ideas that you'd like to explore within your studies
- any practical skills that you possess that you think are relevant to your studies.
Please also include what your expertise is within the subject area, and whether you have any professional working experience.
Examples of work
In order for us to consider your application, we need you to submit examples of your practical work.
Please upload these as part of your online application.
For full details on what we require, please read our Masters Work Submission information 
.
English language requirements
English language entry requirements for courses in the School of Art & Design, and a full list of all English language qualifications accepted by the University are available on our website.
Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP)
If you don't currently have the English Language requirements for this course, we offer a range of PEAP courses that will help you improve your language skills.
We offer six to thirty week courses, according to your current language level. Even if you have achieved the English language requirements for this Masters course, our six week course is highly recommended as it is an ideal preparation and study skills course which is very important for successful academic study.
Find out more about our Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes courses.
Postgraduate scholarships
The School will be offering a number of scholarships for students commencing their studies on one of our postgraduate art and design courses. Find out more about these scholarships.
Postgraduate open evenings
Our postgraduate open events are a great opportunity to meet our postgraduate teaching staff and students, visit the University, find out about the courses we offer, bursaries and funding opportunities. Find out more and book your place.
Any questions?
If you have any questions about the content of this course or admissions, please contact us.
