Program Overview
This MA by Research in Film, Theatre & Television provides flexible postgraduate research opportunities for students interested in exploring specialized areas in film, theatre, or television. Supervised by world-class specialists, students engage in independent and taught study, hone their skills through research training, and prepare for doctoral study or careers in academia, criticism, production, or related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Pursue flexible postgraduate research with our MA by Research Film, Theatre & Television. This research-intensive master's program is designed for students who want to explore a specialized area of film, theatre, or television. The program offers:
- Flexible structure: Tailor the program to your personal interests and schedule.
- One-to-one supervision: Work with one of our Department's world-class specialists.
- Independent and taught study: In addition to completing a dissertation or practical project, you will study two taught modules in the subject area of your choice. The program creates a direct route into PhD study, but it's also suitable for those who want to specialize as theorists, critics, artists, archivists, or producers.
Outline:
Alongside your guided independent research and two taught modules, you will have the chance to further hone your skills through research training offered by our Doctoral and Researcher College. You will also have a dedicated supervisor to oversee your dissertation or practical project in film, theatre, or television.
Teaching:
Work alongside expert academics in the Department of Film, Theatre & Television, where 100% of our research was judged to be of international standing. You will have access to the Department's:
- Research projects and activities
- Special collections
- Technical facilities and purpose-built spaces in the state-of-the-art Minghella Studios.
Careers:
This program is ideal as a path to doctoral study. It's also suitable for those who want to specialize as:
- Academics
- Theorists
- Critics
- Artists
- Archivists
- Producers Overall, 93% of graduates from Film, Theatre, and Television are in work or further study within 15 months of graduation.
Other:
- Flexible study options for MA by Research Film, Theatre & Television students: You can study this program full-time over one year or part-time over two years.
- You will also choose between two pathways:
- MA by Research in Film and Television
- MA by Research in Theatre
- Our Department proudly subscribes to the industry-leading BAFTA Albert scheme, which supports film-and-television makers in their efforts to work sustainably and limit their environmental impact.
- By studying with us, you'll join one of the UK's leading Universities in Environment and Sustainability' Ranked 1st in the world in the People and Planet University Awards 2023/24.
New UK/Republic of Ireland students: £10,800 New international students: £22,350
University of Reading
Overview:
The University of Reading is a public research university located in Reading, Berkshire, England. It is known for its strong academic reputation and its commitment to providing a high-quality student experience.
Academic Programs:
The University of Reading offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various subject areas, including:
Arts and Humanities:
Ancient History, Archaeology, Art, Classics, Creative Writing, Drama, English Language and Applied Linguistics, English Literature, Film and Television, History, Languages and Cultures, Linguistics, Museum Studies, Philosophy, Theatre & Performance, War and Peace Studies.Science and Engineering:
Agriculture, Architecture, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Bioveterinary Sciences, Chemistry, Climate Science, Computer Science, Ecology, Engineering, Mathematics, Medical Sciences, Meteorology and Climate, Microbiology, Nutrition, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Zoology.Business and Social Sciences:
Accounting, Business and Management, Consumer Behaviour and Marketing, Economics, Education, Finance, Healthcare, International Development, International Relations, Law, Marketing, Politics and International Relations, Psychology, Public Policy, Real Estate and Planning, Social Policy, Strategic Studies, Teaching.Other:
The University of Reading has a strong research focus and is ranked among the top universities in the world for its research output. It also has a strong commitment to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area.
Entry Requirements:
Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:1 or above) or equivalent from a university outside the UK. Your degree should be in a subject related to film, theatre or television. For exceptional candidates without such a degree, you’ll need convincing evidence of relevant professional experience and examples of substantial written work. Your application must include a 500-word summary of the research topic you would like to investigate in your dissertation or practical project.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
IELTS requirements: 6.5 overall with no element less than 6.0
