MA

Film and Television

Learn more about studying Film and Television as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    19,950GBP
  • Start date
    Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Falmouth University says about their program:

Learn to create work with impact, relevance and reach on this dynamic on-campus MA course. Based in our renowned School of Film & Television and supported by specialist, award-winning staff, you’ll build the craft and research skills to situate your work in line with current industry trends worldwide.

We cherish courageous originality, welcoming applicants with and without a media background. You’ll benefit from student-centred teaching and guest masterclasses while engaging in contextual research and practical projects that mirror professional workflows in real-life creative environments. Crucially, in addition to learning to write, produce, shoot, direct, record and edit, you’ll develop an understanding of why your ideas are worth being made.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Successful completion of high school diploma
  • 104 to 120 UCAS Tariff points

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Relevant equivalent Level 6 qualifications. Our typical applicants hold an undergraduate degree of 2

    2 or above, or equivalent experience and a demonstrable interest in the subject.

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • IELTS

    6.0 (no band below 5.5)

  • TOEFL

    80 overall with a minimum score of 18 in writing, listening, and reading and 20 in speaking

  • PTE

    55 (minimum 51 in all four components)

  • Cambridge English Scale

    169

  • Trinity ISE II with Distinction in all four components

Postgraduate

  • IELTS

    6.5 (no band below 6.0)

  • TOEFL

    90 overall with a minimum score of 19 in writing, listening, and reading and 21 in speaking

  • PTE

    60 (minimum 55 in all four components)

  • Cambridge English Scale

    176

  • Trinity

    ISE III with Pass in all four components

Additional tests such as WAEC, WASSCE, NECO English, LRN International, and KITE are accepted Please note the Home Edition and MyBest scores are not accepted.

English proficiency waivers

  • International Baccalaureate (IB) minimum of 5 in standard level English or 4 in Higher Level English
  • European Baccalaureate minimum grade of 7.0 in Advanced English Language 2 or a minimum grade of 7.5 in Advanced English Language 3
  • IGCSE Undergraduate Grade C or above
  • Minimum 2 years working in an English-speaking country
  • Reference from an English teacher

English tests might not be required for students in countries where English is an official language. Please contact our advisors to get more information

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Interview
  • Portfolio (applicable to certain courses only)

Graduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Personal statement
  • Portfolio or writing sample (applicable to certain courses only)
  • Two references
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Scholarships at Falmouth University

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Check back soon, or visit the university's website for the latest information on available scholarships, eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Through the award of scholarships, Falmouth University aims to support academic enrichment by encouraging diversity and excellence.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    £19,950 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    £19,950 to £25,000 per program

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What is the cost of living near Falmouth University?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect UK-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in British Pound Sterling)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre£1,015
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre£824
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)£242
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)£32
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)£13
Monthly public transport pass£75
Monthly grocery basket£250
Coffee shop drink£4
Cinema or cultural event ticket£10
Gym membership£35

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Falmouth University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the UK, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

UK student visa requirements