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    Film and Cultural Management (MA)

    University of Southampton

    University of Southampton

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    United Kingdom, Southampton

    University RankQS Ranking
    81

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Master by Course Work

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Campuses

    Avenue

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026
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    Duration 1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 28,700  / year
    Next Intake September-2026

    Film and Cultural Management (MA)

    About

    This course is full and closed to new applications. Search similar degrees in related courses or by browsing our course finder.

    Combine the study of film with a knowledge of cultural management on this MA Film and Cultural Management degree at the University of Southampton. You'll gain in-depth understanding of the film industry, film theory, and the modern cultural sector, focusing on how cultural management affects visual media. Prepare for a career in film, media or the arts.

    On this UK master's course in film and cultural management you'll examine the importance that film has on society.

    Depending on your choice of modules, you could study film-related topics such as:

    • festivals and specialist programming
    • policy
    • exhibition
    • marketing and audience development
    • the role of film agencies

    You'll gain real-world insight through case studies that draw on local, national and international examples, and study the subject in both national and global contexts.

    The cultural sector plays an increasingly significant role in political, social and economic policy because of its potential to enhance cultural life while generating wealth.

    Flexible study

    If you prefer, you can apply to study this course as:

    • a part-time master's - study the same course content over 2 or more years

    Your modules and fees may vary if you choose a different study option.

    We regularly review our courses to ensure and improve quality. This course may be revised as a result of this. Any revision will be balanced against the requirement that the student should receive the educational service expected. Find out why, when, and how we might make changes.

    Our courses are regulated in England by the Office for Students (OfS).

    Course lead

    Your course leader is Dr Ruby Cheung, Associate Professor in Film Studies. Dr Cheung is an internationally recognised specialist in contemporary Hong Kong cinema, Chinese-language film industries and film festivals, and has published her research widely in these areas. Visit her staff profile to find out more about this work.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    English Program Requirements

    If English isn't your first language, you'll need to complete an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) to demonstrate your competence in English. You'll need all of the following scores as a minimum:

    IELTS score requirements

    overall score
    6.5
    reading
    6.0
    writing
    6.0
    speaking
    6.0
    listening
    6.0
    We accept other English language tests. Find out which English language tests we accept.

    Career

    Careers

    This course will help prepare you for a career in the cultural management sector, in roles such as archivist, film critic or curator.

    You’ll also be in an excellent position to pursue a career in other areas of the media or arts.

    Careers services at Southampton

    We're a top 20 UK university for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022). Our Careers, Employability and Student Enterprise team will support you throughout your time as a student and for up to 5 years after graduation. This support includes:

    • work experience schemes
    • CV/resume and interview skills workshops
    • networking events
    • careers fairs attended by top employers
    • a wealth of volunteering opportunities
    • study abroad and summer school opportunities

    We have a thriving entrepreneurship culture. You'll be able to take advantage of:

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    GBP 28,700 

    Application Fee

    GBP  
    University of Southampton

    Film and Cultural Management (MA)

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