BA (Hons) (with foundation)

Screenwriting

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    19,500GBP
  • Start date
    Feb, Oct
  • QS Ranking
    #662

Program overview

What the University of Portsmouth says about their program:

The Screenwriting program at the University of Portsmouth covers the main concepts, methods, and practical applications of the subject. Combine your love of writing with your interest in film on this Screenwriting degree course. Find out more now.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

English proficiency

  • English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

English proficiency waiver

  • High School English Scores

    You can receive a waiver if you achieve a high score in Class 12 / Grade 12 English (typically 75% or specific board requirements depending on the country, such as parts of India) or WAEC/NECO English (Grade C6 and above) for West African applicants.

  • Medium of Instruction (MOI)

    The university accepts an official Medium of Instruction letter from recognized universities (such as specific public or government-funded universities where the degree was taught entirely in English, usually completed within the last 5 years).

  • Exempt Nationalities & Degrees

    Nationals from majority English-speaking countries or those holding a recognized UK/exempt degree automatically meet the English language requirement for UKVI purposes.

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Required grades

We're still gathering required grade information for this program

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to see how attainable this program is.

Additional requirements

Documents

  • Academic transcripts and certificates
  • Passport or other proof of identity
  • Evidence of English language proficiency

Essays and statements

  • Personal statement

Recommendations

  • Academic reference

Creative and performance

  • Portfolio, where required by the program.

How to apply

2 routes available:

Scholarships at University of Portsmouth

  • EU Scholarship

    Official page

    Tuition-fee scholarship for eligible EU, EEA and Swiss nationals resident in those regions who are charged international fees for September 2026 entry.

  • MA TESOL (DL) Scholarships 2026

    Official page

    British Council-funded scholarships for educators from Ghana, Kenya and Türkiye to complete the part-time distance-learning MA TESOL.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

University of Portsmouth provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. University of Portsmouth encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from £18,100 to £25,400 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    from £15,000 to £17,600 per year

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What is the cost of living near University of Portsmouth?

Category Cost  (in British Pound Sterling)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre£925
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre£757
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)£77
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)£33
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)£13· UK average
Monthly public transport pass£67
Monthly grocery basket£132
Books and study supplies (monthly)£20
Coffee shop drink£4
Cinema or cultural event ticket£8
Gym membership£29

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and savethestudent.org (Editorial estimate).

Visa requirements for the University of Portsmouth

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at University of Portsmouth.

UK student visa requirements