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Business of Film MA

University of Westminster, London

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University of Westminster, London

Course options

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Regent Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

This course aims to equip students with essential knowledge and skills in the business of film and we are delivering it with the BFI (British Film Institute) as our industry partner.It is a professional development programme for people whose career aspirations include supporting, financing and marketing good films. As well as people already involved in the film industry, the course is designed to support individuals from accounting, law, logistics and other fields, who want to enter the profession.This postgraduate course delivered in the heart of London will appeal to film professionals looking to develop their knowledge as well as those aspiring to work in the industry, including people with backgrounds in business, finance or law.Creating a sustainable career in the film business requires knowledge in areas such as finance, legal and marketing. Communication, networking and relationship building are also key to professional success in the film business. This course will support you to gain a comprehensive understanding of the industry through practical experiences and business challenges. Students will be involved in live industry projects, placements and marketing opportunities that will add to their understanding of how the film industry works. The programme aims to prepare you for the challenges of the film business today, build your industry contacts, extend your entrepreneurial skills and develop greater commercial acumen. It aims to embrace creative individual problem-solving skills alongside necessary business and negotiation skills. Students can also access guest speakers, networking events, industry contacts, mentoring and placement opportunities through our industry partner, the BFI. You will also have the chance to work in conjunction with Regent Street Cinema, gaining valuable experience on real-world film distribution projects.

Application deadline

04/09/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 20,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Westminster, London

University of Westminster, London

University of Westminster, London

  • University League Table

    115th

  • Campus address

    Cavendish, 115 New Cavendish Street, London, Greater London, W1W 6UW, United Kingdom

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The university has a strong reputation for being diverse and welcoming, with students and staff from over 160 countries around the world.
Students have access to Zone29, the university’s new careers and enterprise hub, and enjoy the opportunities and vibrant cultural life that London offers.
International students have a dedicated Welcome to the UK programme and FANS (Friends of Arriving New Students) programme, led by students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Drama, Dance & Cinematics

    22nd out of 96 21

  • Entry standards

    / Max 185
    134 73%

    26th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    64.0 64%

    19th

    27

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.09 77%

    58th

    34

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