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Qualification
MA - Master of Arts
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Location
University of Warwick
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
The MA for Research in Film and Television Studies offers those with a background in Film and Television Studies more flexibility to choose which of Warwick's world-leading scholars they wish to work with. The Department of Film and Television Studies has a worldwide reputation for the quality of its teaching and research within the fields of film and television aesthetics history and theory.
Course Overview
This course is designed for students with a substantial training in film and/or television studies. Applicants are likely to have firm PhD plans and feel that they need to develop their knowledge of fields that are not covered by our taught modules in order to prepare for their proposed PhD e Department of Film and Television Studies at Warwick is regarded as one of the finest in the world and offers an unparalleled training in audio-visual literacy an increasingly valuable attribute in today’s world. Through this MA programme you will be able to draw upon the renowned expertise of our staff to develop a programme tailored to prepare for your doctoral research.
Teaching
Three taught modules plus one independent study module designed in consultation with a supervisor and a 20000 word dissertation.
The core elements of the Film and Television Studies curricula are supported by a programme of research seminars (departmental staff PhD students and visiting speakers) and the wide range of screenings for other courses and more generally on campus.
The programme includes dedicated sessions in Graduate Skills that will equip you with the necessary academic skills to excel in Master’s assignments and PhD applications.
Assessment
Combination of assessed essays and a 20000 word dissertation.
Careers
Graduates have pursued roles such as: arts officers producers and directors; authors writers and translators and research and development managers. They have gone on to work for employers including: StudioCanal Fox Searchlight All 4 and numerous academic appointments at UK and International universities.
Our department has a dedicated professionally qualified Senior Careers Consultant offering impartial advice and guidance together with workshops and events throughout the year. Previous examples of workshops and events include:
- Working in Radio Film and TV
- Discovering Careers in the Creative Industries
- Warwick careers fairs throughout the year
- Planning your future
- Creating your Creative Career
Modules
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