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Master of Science and Natural History Filmmaking

Montana State University

  • Bozeman, United States
  • 2 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

Master of Fine Arts in Science and Natural History Filmmaking at Montana State University is a programme in filmmaking for public understanding of science.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Evaluate advanced concepts in Science and Natural History Filmmaking
  • Integrate creative practice
  • Critical interpretation
  • Production skills and constructive feedback
  • And communicate evidence-based solutions to complex disciplinary problems.

Career outcomes

  • Filmmaking
  • Self-employment
  • Academia

Curriculum

  • Trains students with science
  • Engineering or technology backgrounds to become creative filmmakers who advance public understanding of science
  • Through the School of Film and Photography.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Bachelor degree from an accredited or government-recognised university
  • GPA about 3.0/4.0
  • Three recommendation letters
  • Personal statement
  • Transcripts and English proficiency
  • GRE not mandatory
  • Programmes may set higher standards.. Entry grade detail: B average (3.0/4.0) or equivalent
  • Department standards may be higher.

Minimum GPA

3

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree (generally four years) or equivalent from an accredited or government-recognised university.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 4.2
  • TOEFL PBT 550
  • Duolingo 120

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results
  • Recommendation Letters
  • Statement of Purpose.

How to apply

  1. Check the graduate programme requirements and any department-specific deadlines. Submit the online application and pay the 60 USD application fee. Upload official transcripts
  2. English proficiency evidence
  3. Three recommendation letters and a personal statement. Programmes may add test scores. After admission submit your confirmation. International Student & Scholar Services gives health insurance
  4. Orientation and housing information.

Other costs

Tuition per year$26,814, $25,040 USD
Application fee$60 USD
Deposit$500 USD

Program details

CampusBozeman
Faculty or schoolCollege of Arts & Architecture
DepartmentSchool of Film and Photography
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value30,60
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1 year
Scholarship noteScholarships or financial assistance may be available at Montana State University for eligible students based on academic merit, financial need, program criteria, or funding availability.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Applications closed

    1 Oct 2026

    Closed

  • Program starts

    May 2027

    Apply by

    1 Feb 2027

    79 days left

  • Program starts

    August 2027

    Apply by

    15 May 2027

    182 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 2 years.