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    Newcastle University

    Master in Film Studies

    Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom1 yearTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

    Why students choose this program

    • Taught in English
    • Scholarships available for international students
    • No application fee

    About Master in Film Studies

    Tuition fees are 24,400 GBP per year.

    This Film Studies MLitt is an opportunity for you to pursue research that you are passionate about. It combines taught elements to develop your subject knowledge and research-based elements to encourage your skills as a researcher. By joining Newcastle University for the **Film Studies MLitt** you will benefit from being part of a thriving community of postgraduate students working in Film across disciplines. The course allows you to combine your interests and our expertise to achieve your research objectives whilst exploring something you are passionate about. The Film Studies MLitt allows you to master advanced practical and theoretical skills to research and analyse film. Teaching methods closely resemble those at doctoral level, effectively preparing you for PhD study. As part of the **Film Studies MLitt** programme, dissertation supervision is available in: - Caribbean cinema (Dr Dunjar Fehimovic) - Chinese-language cinema (Prof Sabrina Qiong) - Contemporary Spanish and Latin American cinemas (Dr Philippa Page) - Documentary Film Practices: British Documentary Movement; Character-led documentary, Ethnographic Documentary (Ms Lucy Jolly; Mr Simon Rushton) - Film festivals (Dr Lydia Wu) - Film Theory, History and Historiography: realism; documentary; Soviet, Russian and Eastern European film history and culture (Dr Raisa Sidenova) - French cinema (Dr Sarah Leahy) - Japanese popular culture and anime (Dr Shiro Yoshioka) - Portuguese and Brazilian cinema (Dr Fernando Beleza) Dissertation supervisors span the: - School of Modern Languages - School of Arts and Cultures This ensures the best fit between your interests and the expertise of our staff. How to apply

    About Newcastle University

    Newcastle University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne in the United Kingdom, is a research-led institution with a large and diverse student community. The university combines strong academic programs across sciences, humanities, engineering and health with active research centers and partnerships. International students are well represented on campus, which promotes a global learning environment and a broad range of student services to support academic success and personal development.

    Students at Newcastle benefit from modern facilities, industry connections and opportunities for practical learning through placements and research projects. The university emphasizes employability and supports career preparation with dedicated services, internships and links to regional and national employers. Academic staff work closely with students to foster applied skills, critical thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration.

    Newcastle upon Tyne offers an energetic city life, affordable living compared with larger UK cities and excellent transport links to the rest of the country. International students can enjoy cultural events, a welcoming local community and opportunities for part-time work and volunteering. For those seeking a research-active university with strong student support and clear pathways into professional life, Newcastle University is a compelling choice.

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    Newcastle University Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships (Postgraduate)

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    £8,000

    Master's
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    English Test Requirement

    IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)

    Master in Film Studies: Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the fees for Master in Film Studies?
    Tuition: GBP 24,400 per year.
    Is Master in Film Studies available online?
    This is an on-campus program at Newcastle University in Newcastle upon Tyne.

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