PostgraduateFull-time

Film Studies

University of LiverpoolLiverpool, United Kingdom
Level
Postgraduate
Duration
12 months
Mode
Full-time
Subject
Languages and Literatures
Location
United Kingdom
IELTS
6.5 overall, no part below 6

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Overview

The Film Studies MA will provide you with an exciting global approach to the study of film spanning a broad geographical area and to examine the historical development of film and related media. Focussing on cultural theory, through a wide variety of films, you will develop sophisticated approaches to current developments in the study of films and media around the world. The MA in Film Studies covers significant theoretical elements concerning the major trends, themes and methodological approaches in Film Studies. The modules on offer are diverse, dynamic and progressive in nature across both semesters. You will develop key transferrable skills in intercultural communication, academic writing, critical thinking and analytical skills. This MA is designed for graduates and professionals from a variety of humanities and social science. Alternative qualifications may be considered, therefore if you are interested in this MA please get in contact with the MA programme lead who will be happy to discuss the course with you.

Entry requirements

Degree2:2

English language requirements

IELTS6.5 overall, no part below 6

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0

Fees

International students: £29,000 a year (2027/28, from the university's page, checked 31 October 2026)

UK students: Full-time place, per year - £12,500; Part-time: £6,250

Start dates

28 September 2026

Application deadline

Rolling admissions - apply early

Campus

  • Liverpool, United Kingdom

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Postgraduate Taught

Academic

We require a Bachelor's degree from a recognised institution with a minimum GPA of 2.5 out of 4.0. Some of our courses require higher entry requirements. See individual course pages for full details.

English language

Most of our master's courses require one of: IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component less than 5.5, or equivalent IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component less than 6.0, or equivalent IELTS 7.0 overall, with no component less than 6.5, or equivalent.

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Scholarships at University of Liverpool

20 for this level
  • Chevening Scholarships
  • E. Allison Peers Masters Scholarship in Iberian and Latin American Studies£5,000.00 (US$ 6,457)
  • Health, Cultures and Societies Bursary£5,000.00 (US$ 6,457)
  • Hodgson Law Scholarship
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TuitionGBP 29,000
Visa application, from outside the UKGBP 558
Health surcharge, first year how it is chargedGBP 776
First year in totalGBP 44,386

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