| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-18 | - |
| 2023-05-02 | - |
| 2023-09-26 | 2023-07-17 |
| 2024-01-16 | - |
Program Overview
It offers two pathways: Moving Image Studies, focusing on the aesthetics, technology, and politics of moving images, and Media Arts, exploring experimental media arts and encouraging non-traditional forms of submission. The program emphasizes innovation in learning and research, critical thinking, and is taught by renowned academics in the field.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The PGCert in Film and Screen Studies
is a program offering a unique blend of It equips students with the skills and knowledge to address current transformations in moving image media in a globalized world, encompassing diverse formats and platforms.
Key objectives:
- Equip students to understand the challenges of the 21st century's culture of moving images.
- Explore the changing artistic and political contexts of film and screen studies.
- Help students stay abreast of ever-developing technologies in the field.
Program Highlights:
- innovation in learning and research
- critical and imaginative thinking
- non-traditional forms
- Department of Media, Communications and Cultural Studies
Outline:
The program is divided into two pathways:
- Moving Image Studies:
- currency of moving image media
- Explores the aesthetics, technology, and politics of moving images.
- Introduces a wider range of approaches for investigating the past and present of moving images.
- Media Arts:
- experimental media arts
- Covers a range of topics, including wild abstraction, surrealist visions, activist and community arts.
Teaching:
- Innovative learning and research approach that goes beyond traditional film studies.
- critical and imaginative thinking
- Taught by scholars with expertise in various areas, including film criticism and creation, new screen technologies, early cinema and media archaeology of modernity, artist's film, and non-fiction film.
- Short practical workshops for the Media Arts pathway to help students hone their skills.
Other:
- Compulsory modules vary depending on the chosen pathway.
- not all modules may be available every year
Additional Notes:
- The program is open to students from diverse backgrounds within the humanities.
- International qualifications are accepted.
- For more information, contact Rachel Moore from the department.
Goldsmiths, University of London
Overview:
Goldsmiths, University of London is a public research university located in South East London. It is known for its progressive teaching and world-leading research, particularly in the arts, humanities, and social sciences. The university prides itself on fostering a space for self-discovery and offers a single-site campus experience.
Services Offered:
Student Support:
Goldsmiths provides a range of support services for students, including a library, IT support, and a dedicated Graduate School for postgraduate research students.Learning Resources:
The university offers access to the Learn.gold virtual learning environment (VLE) and the Teaching and Learning Innovation Centre (TALIC).Campus Life:
Goldsmiths offers a vibrant campus experience with accommodation options, campus tours, and opportunities to connect with students through the Unibuddy platform.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Goldsmiths offers a unique campus experience in the heart of South East London. Students can explore the campus through virtual tours and learn about the local area through area guides. The university also hosts a variety of events and activities throughout the year.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Progressive Teaching:
Goldsmiths is known for its innovative and forward-thinking teaching methods.World-Leading Research:
The university boasts a strong research reputation, particularly in the arts, humanities, and social sciences.Vibrant Campus Community:
Goldsmiths fosters a diverse and inclusive campus community with a strong sense of belonging.Career Success:
A high percentage of Goldsmiths graduates move on to highly-skilled work after their studies.Academic Programs:
Goldsmiths offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts:
Fine Art, Design, Music, Theatre, Film, and MediaHumanities:
English, History, Philosophy, Languages, and LiteratureSocial Sciences:
Sociology, Psychology, Politics, and EconomicsComputing:
Computer Science, Digital Media, and Information TechnologyOther:
Entry Requirements
EU Home Students:
- A first degree of at least upper second class standard (or equivalent).
- Prior knowledge of scholarship on screen-based media is not required.
International Overseas Students:
- A first degree of at least upper second class standard (or equivalent).
- Applicants whose first language is not English will need an IELTS score (or equivalent English language qualification) of 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0.
Language Proficiency Requirements
- For international students whose first language is not English, an IELTS score of 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0 is required.
