International Film Production MA/PG Dip/PG Cert
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-19 | - |
| 2024-01-09 | 2023-11-04 |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This postgraduate program in International Film Production equips students with advanced filmmaking skills, including storytelling, directing, and production management. It emphasizes global cinema movements, encouraging students to draw upon their cultural experiences. Through hands-on projects and industry insights, graduates are prepared for careers in film, television, and media, or further studies at the PhD level.
Program Outline
International Film Production MA/PG Dip/PG Cert
Degree Overview
This postgraduate program aims to refine your filmmaking skills, encompassing storytelling, lighting, production design, and directing while equipping you with essential skills in business and production management, such as post-production, pitching, budgeting, and project management. This includes dedicated sessions focusing on international film movements outside the Western world, encouraging you to draw upon your personal experiences and knowledge of your home countries’ cinema to enrich your filmmaking practice. As you progress, you will engage in hands-on modules in pre-production and production, collaborating with your peers on short and large film projects, building a strong portfolio of content. These experiences culminate in your final semester where you can choose between completing a dissertation or an individual film project. Graduating from this program equips you with the skills to pursue a career in film, television, or media. Previous graduates have secured roles as Art Directors, Camera Operators, Editorial & Clearance Coordinators, Directors and Producers on short and feature films for various companies such as Sky, BBC, Channel 4, and Channel 5.
Outline
Blocks 1 & 2
focuses on foundational skills in storytelling, pitching, screenwriting, directing, producing, camerawork, sound recording, and other essential filmmaking techniques. These modules include:
- Developing and Selling Ideas These modules include:
- Pre-Production
- Production
Blocks 5 & 6
allow you to choose between completing:
- Film Dissertation Project
- Major Film Project
Assessment:
Your progress in the program is measured through a combination of:
- Coursework assignments
- Presentations
- Group projects
- Individual film projects
- A final dissertation (optional)
Teaching
You can expect to attend around 10-15 hours of timetabled taught sessions per week during term time, with an additional 20 hours dedicated to independent study and assignments. The program benefits from the expertise of experienced industry professionals and academics, including:
- Rhys Davies: A filmmaker with over 15 years of experience, including theatrical film releases and worldwide distribution. Rhys has served as Assistant Director on Oscar-nominated short films and as a writer for BAFTA-winning production company Sleepydog Productions. His current research focuses on borderless filmmaking, exploring oral histories, documentaries' role in achieving Sustainable Development Goals, and adapting folk tales into indigenous horror films.
- Dr. James Russell: Deputy Dean for Computing, Engineering, and Media. Dr. Russell specializes in the economics and history of the film and media industries. His most recent book is "Hollywood and the Baby Boom: A Social History." His teaching focuses on the financial aspects of movies, TV shows, and streaming content.
- Sam Wheatley: An editor and assistant editor with extensive experience in the film industry since 2009. Sam has also worked as a camera assistant and operator. He has expertise in various camera formats and editing software.
Careers
This program prepares you for diverse career paths within the film, television, and media industries. Examples of potential roles include:
- Director
- Producer
- Writer
- Editor
- Cinematographer
- Production Manager
- Art Director
- Location Manager
Other
Facilities:
- Multi-million-pound Creative Technology Studios (CTS)
- Industry-standard video, audio, and radio production suites
- Fully-equipped recording studios with analog and digital systems and surround sound monitoring
- Access to specialist film production equipment through an audio-visual loan service
Opportunities:
- DMU Global: Provides on-campus and UK activities, overseas study, internships, faculty-led field trips, volunteering, Erasmus+, and international exchanges.
Graduate testimonials:
- "I've developed a strong network of contacts in the industry through this program."
- "The hands-on filmmaking experience has been invaluable for my career development."
- "The program has given me the confidence to pursue my filmmaking aspirations."
Note:
This program is also available as a part-time option, allowing you to study over two years instead of one.
UK
EU/International Duration: One year full time Start date: September Course code: P31371 Fees and funding: 2024/25 full-time tuition fees for UK students: £9,500. How to apply Application guidance document Submit a study-related enquiry Duration: One year full-time Start Date: September Fees and funding: 2024/25 tuition fees for EU and international students: £17,600 How to apply Application guidance document Submit a study-related enquiry
