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PhD of Film

University of Kent

  • Canterbury, United Kingdom
  • 3 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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About the program

A 12-month full-time Master of Arts in Film taught in the School of Design, Arts and Creative Industries on Northumbria's City Campus in Newcastle.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Film to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Independent Film
  • Screenwriting. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

  • Filmmaker
  • Content creator
  • Producing
  • Publishing
  • Journalism
  • Cultural programming
  • PhD research

Curriculum

  • 12-month full-time taught master's programme. Core modules include How To Get A Film Made
  • Independent Film
  • Screenwriting
  • Major Project
  • Applicants should normally have:. Teaching and assessment details are given on the programme page.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Typical offer (course page): MA degree.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree with 2.1 or equivalent, Or master's degree, Supervisor contact recommended

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.0
  • PTE Academic 63
  • TOEFL iBT 4
  • Oxford Test of English 118
  • Duolingo 110

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • Academic References
  • Research Proposal
  • Identification Document

How to apply

  1. Check requirements: research deadline 2 July 2027 for September 2027. No fixed closing date
  2. Apply at least three months ahead and contact potential supervisors first. Apply online via 'Apply now' on the course page (Kent Vision). No application fee. Provide previous studies
  3. A 1
  4. 000-3
  5. 000 word research proposal
  6. Two academic referees
  7. English evidence and ID. Complete the CAS Shield interview if asked. Accept the offer and pay the deposit via the e-store or Flywire. Receive the CAS and apply for the UK Student visa with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year£21,950 GBP
Application fee£0 GBP
Deposit_

Program details

CampusCanterbury
Faculty or schoolSchool of Arts and Architecture
Department_
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value_
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3 years
Scholarship noteStudents may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria, Availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    2 Jul 2027

    230 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 3 years.