Met Film School - MA in Filmmaking

MA in Filmmaking (12 months, Full-Time)

The Met Film School is London's leading provider of practical filmmaking courses, based in Ealing Studios.

Course Overview

We offer 4 different MA programmes in

MA in Directing

MA in Screenwriting

MA in Business & Producing

MA in Postproduction

The programme is led by experienced filmmaking practitioners, including directors, writers, producers, editors, and post-production picture and sound specialists, and consists of a series of modules dedicated to each pathway. Each student on the programme will complete a portfolio of filmmaking projects, plus a final Masters research or production project.

Unique to the programme is an induction lab across all four awards where directors, screenwriters, producers and post-production students will be immersed in filmmaking practice and moving image theory as a conceptual bedrock for shared knowledge and filmmaking practice. Additionally, there will be designated points during the year where students will be expected to work together across each award in the production of a collaborative, filmed project.

The course is divided into six 20-credit modules within each of the four awards, followed by a 60-credit module for the final Masters Project. Across the six modules each student will attend a series of lectures, screenings, seminars, practice-based exercises and workshops, as well as work independently to produce projects for their portfolio, demonstrating craft and creativity to an advanced degree. In addition, students will be required to conduct academic research within their chosen pathway as the basis for critical and reflective written work that links to their filmmaking practice. Students will also receive individual tutorial and mentoring support throughout the year.

The projects you create will contribute to your showreel and professional CV, demonstrating your individual voice as an advanced-level film practitioner. Students who successfully complete the first three modules of the programme will be awarded a Postgraduate Certificate of Education. Students who successfully complete the first six modules of the programme will be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma in Filmmaking. All students must successfully complete the first six modules to continue on to the final phase of the programme: the Masters research or production project. Those who complete all seven modules successfully will be awarded the MA in Filmmaking.

For more information Request A Prospectus and our enrolments team will get in touch to talk you through the course.

Course Overview

MA Filmmaking (Directing)

MA Filmmaking (Screenwriting)

MA Filmmaking (Business & Producing)

MA Filmmaking (Post-Production)

Programme Aims

Course Dates & Fees

The Met Film School is London's leading provider of practical filmmaking courses, based in Ealing Studios.

Course Overview

We offer 4 different MA programmes in

MA in Directing

MA in Screenwriting

MA in Business & Producing

MA in Postproduction

For more information Request A Prospectus and our enrolments team will get in touch to talk you through the course.

MA Filmmaking (Directing)

This pathway takes directors through the process of production, from script to screen, focusing on the core elements of visual language, narrative storytelling and performance. Students will learn and practice a variety of directing styles, techniques and strategies for narrative as well as non-fiction storytelling. The goal of this pathway is to develop the craft skills and technical proficiency that ultimately frees the director to take creative risks.

Directors will focus on the range of creative and technical skills, including the basics of narrative storytelling, the principles of dramaturgy, the many ways to interpret a script, working with actors and preparing storyboards. The curriculum also fosters the leadership skills needed to successfully steer both the creative process as well as a team of creative professionals. In addition, students will learn about the importance of creative collaboration and will have regular opportunities to work alongside writers and producers on the programme.

MA Filmmaking (Screenwriting)

Storytelling lies at the heart of this pathway where students will learn how to turn their stories and ideas into viable screenplays as the all-important template for film, television and online content. Students will study and practice the rigorous craft of screenwriting, including story structure, scene development, characterization, dialogue and genre. Each student will have their written work read and performed by professional actors, and have the chance to have their work directed and produced by students on the programme.

Students on this course will focus on both craft and creativity in the development of several script projects that demonstrate professional screenwriting practice, an awareness of market needs, and a distinctive writing style. Through self-directed work, peer review and collaborative workshops, students will acquire a variety of professional skills required of screenwriters in today’s industry, including creative development practice, writing industry standard documents, the business of being a professional screenwriter, and the importance of being able to win over the audience with a winning pitch.

MA Filmmaking (Business & Producing)

The focus of this pathway emphasizes the skills needed to manage projects and people, two of the most important skills a producer of filmed content needs in today’s marketplace. With a blended curriculum including basic business concepts as well as the creative aspects of producing, you will acquire an understanding of financing, marketing, distribution and exhibition. From looking at content creation and development, to the nuts and bolts of production planning and business management, students on this pathway will develop skills across a range of visual media platforms, including film, small screen and emerging digital technologies.

Through a range of practical case studies, exercises and projects students will learn how to become entrepreneurs in an ever-evolving industry that requires producers to possess a variety of skills and familiarity with multiple entertainment platforms. Whether producing traditional theatrical fare, or branching out into new media distribution outlets, producers on this award will combine creative development skills with the managerial knowledge to successfully navigate a project from conception through to exhibition.

MA Filmmaking (Post-Production)

Post-production is an integral part of the filmmaking and storytelling process. This award focuses on the core skills and technology needed for today’s ever-changing industry, including off-line and on-line editing, sound design, grading and visual effects. Students will study and practice the power of editing as a creative and technical craft, and acquire marketable skills across a variety of visual media.

Students will gain an advanced understanding of the various editing platforms, including both Avid® and Adobe Premier®, as well as the technical requirements for professional quality workflow systems and output. Through a variety of practical projects, students will work in a simulated professional environment and have the opportunity to work with directors and producers by providing the editing, sound design, visual effects and grading for student collaborations. All of this will be underpinned by knowledge of the leading software and hardware tools, and the ability to work independently and within a creative team. Students on the course will have the opportunity to work at a professional industry level, and network with outside industry professionals.

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