Film Studies (Film & Philosophy pathways available) MA

King's College London

United Kingdom, London

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King's College London

United Kingdom , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2023

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 16,100 / year

Next Intake September-2023

Film Studies (Film & Philosophy pathways available) MA

About

This course has been designed for students who want to deepen their knowledge of world cinemas and media. It offers an extensive range of options covering all aspects of film and media including theory, style, representation, spectatorship, philosophy, and critical media practice (filmmaking). As the leading program for film studies located in the centre of London, our perfect location close to BFI Southbank (including the BFI Library), Southbank Centre, and Tate Modern means you will be studying in the heart of London with access to fantastic resources. The course is ideal for careers in the media, arts and related culture industries, or preparation for further study.

Department of Film – jointly ranked 4th in the UK with Music (REF 2021). 100% of research impact and research environment was rated either â€˜world leading' (4*) or â€˜internationally excellent' (3*).

Internationally renowned staff with specialist teaching and research expertise

A focus on cutting-edge ideas and developments in Film Studies and moving image culture

A curriculum which ranges across European, North American and Asian cinema and media (including popular cinema, avant garde film, and documentary)

An unbeatable location in the heart of London, one of the world's most stimulating and dynamic cities

Film & Philosophy pathway available

Learn about media practice and filmmaking from a critical perspective

Enviable facilities including two dedicated, sound-proofed screening rooms, a large film theatre with 35mm/digital projection, 4K digital video projection, and a huge collection of printed and electronic publications, DVD/Blu-ray discs, and video streaming materials via the Maughan Library

A friendly and supportive learning environment with a diverse and inclusive curriculum and a highly international mix of students and staff

Knowledge, training and skills relevant to careers in the film industry, media and communications, the arts, education and research, and related professions

Opportunities to create short films, in solo and collaborative projects, using professional equipment

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Postgraduate taught courses

Applicants who have completed a Bachelor degree from a recognised institution in Jordan will need to demonstrate the following grades to be considered for a Postgraduate course at King's:

UK degree classification	Jordanian equivalency
High 2:1 Class Bachelor (Honours) degree (equivalent to 65% overall)	GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0 Overall score of 80%
2:1 Class Bachelor (Honours) degree	GPA of 3.3 out of 4.0 Overall score of 75%
High 2:2 Class Bachelor (Honours) degree	GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 Overall score of 70%

UK degree classification

Jordanian equivalency

High 2:1 Class Bachelor (Honours) degree

(equivalent to 65% overall)

GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0

Overall score of 80%

2:1 Class Bachelor (Honours) degree

GPA of 3.3 out of 4.0

Overall score of 75%

High 2:2 Class Bachelor (Honours) degree

GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0

Overall score of 70%

Postgraduate research courses

A Master's degree from a recognised university with high grades considered for programmes requiring a UK Master's degree.

English Program Requirements

To study at King's, it is essential that you can communicate effectively in English and are able to do so in an academic environment. You are usually required to provide certification of your competence in English before starting your studies.

Career

Employability

Many of our students transfer the skills and knowledge they develop with us into careers in the media, the arts, education, film programming, film and media producing, and journalism. Many also go on to pursue research in film and visual culture at the MPhil/PhD level, often at top-tier universities in the US, UK, and elsewhere.