MA Film and Screen Media with Film Programming and Curating

The MA Film and Screen Media with Film Programming and Curating at Birkbeck University of London is a unique opportunity for students to explore the creative and critical aspects of film and screen media. The course combines theoretical and practical elements, allowing students to develop their skills in film programming and curating alongside their study of film and screen media. Students will learn how to analyze and interpret films and television shows, as well as how to create and exhibit their own work. With a focus on the intersection of art, technology, and culture, this course prepares students for careers in film and screen media programming, curating, and criticism.

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The MA Film and Screen Media with Film Programming and Curating at Birkbeck University of London is a 12-month course that consists of three stages: the taught stage, the research stage, and the dissertation stage. The course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing careers in film and screen media programming, curating, and criticism. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a digital editing suite, a sound recording studio, and a multimedia lab. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to attend film screenings and events at Birkbeck and beyond, as well as participate in workshops and masterclasses with industry professionals.

Discover the Intersection of Art, Technology, and Culture at Birkbeck University of London

Birkbeck University of London is an ideal place for students who are interested in studying film and screen media because of its rich history of film and screen media research and teaching. The university has a strong focus on interdisciplinary study, which allows students to explore the intersection of art, technology, and culture in their work. Additionally, Birkbeck's location in London provides access to a diverse range of film and screen media institutions, including film festivals, galleries, and museums.

Our MA Film and Screen Media with Film Programming and Curating explores the history, development, and interaction of film, television, and other screen media. The course encourages you to explore a wide variety of screen media in historical, sociological, aesthetic, and anthropological terms and in a variety of cultural and national contexts. You can also explore film programming and curating and choose to specialize in areas including the film in museums and galleries, audiovisual archival practices, and exhibitions.

You can thus personalize your MA studies and specialize in areas of film and screen media that match your intellectual interests and career goals, while a work placement option allows you to gain practical experience that may enhance your career prospects.

The course is unique in its combination of world-class, rigorous postgraduate study with creative and practical opportunities. Some of the optional modules, including the two-month work placement module, can help you stand out in a competitive job market and further your career in the media, creative and cultural industries. The course will also prepare you for advanced research at MPhil/Ph.D. level if you wish to continue studying.

This course has three other pathways: MA Film and Screen Media, MA Film and Screen Media (with Study Abroad), and MA Film and Screen Media (with Television).

A second-class honors degree in a relevant subject.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.