MA Screenwriting | Part-time

Please note: The programme recruits biennially and the next intake is September 2028 This MA in Screenwriting from LJMU invites you to explore your creative potential, by giving you the creative space to develop as a writer. Develop your own original voice to create challenging and innovative TV and feature film ideas Learn key industry-skills within a professional writers’ room environment Produce a substantial screenwriting portfolio to industry standard Be taught by highly experienced professionals who have collaborated with such scriptwriters as Julian Fellowes (Downton Abbey) and Peter Morgan (The Crown) amongst others. Read more about Richard Monks on IMDB Benefit from Liverpool’s reputation as a world-leading hub for TV and film production. Experience masterclasses from top visiting industry professionals Forge links with award-winning production companies With the focus on current professional practice within the TV & Film industry, as well as learning scriptwriting theory, this course will encourage you to develop an original voice, pursue challenging and innovative methods of storytelling, engage in research and development, and view your work in the context of the marketplace. Sessions include lectures, screenings, practical exercises, workshops, specialist visiting lectures and masterclasses. The course emphasises the development of practical screenwriting skills and the production of a portfolio of work, developed to the highest professional standards. You will gain an understanding of professional practice, pitching and marketing screenplays and learn to critically analyse films and screen texts.

You will need: Home International Qualification requirements Undergraduate degree a minimum 2:1 in Media Production, Drama, Journalism, English, or a related degree Further information Extra Requirements Candidates that are short listed for the course are offered an interview to discuss the programme RPL RPL is accepted on this programme International requirements IELTS IELTS English language requirement: 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in each component) Further information Extra Requirements Candidates that are short listed for the course are offered an interview to discuss the programme RPL RPL is accepted on this programme Find your country Please Note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check. How to apply Securing your place at LJMU To apply for this programme, you are required to complete an LJMU online application form. You will need to provide details of previous qualifications and a personal statement outlining why you wish to study this programme. Please note: The programme recruits biennially and the next intake is September 2028. 1. Applicants should complete the online application form and include in the personal statement section reasons why they wish to study this programme. 2. Attach a 15-page sample script 3. Attach a synopsis (maximum 500 words) 4. Attach a CV 5. Provide a reference which should concentrate on the following areas: Attendance, punctuality, participation, ability to meet deadline, response to feedback and communication skills

IELTS IELTS English language requirement: 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in each component) Further information Extra Requirements Candidates that are short li

UK students: £53 per credit

UK/Home: £53 per credit

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