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  • Qualification

    MPhil - Master of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Essex

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    OCT

  • Duration

    2 Years

Course summary

Our Department of Literature, Film, and Theatre Studies offers supervision for MPhil Film Studies (Creative Practice) in all areas of our wide-ranging staff research expertise, including an exceptional variety of approaches to global film and media. You can explore different world cinemas and research the history of film, film theory, comparative and new media, festivals and media platforms, as well as contexts of film and media production and reception. The breadth of our staff expertise will enable you to undertake research that is interdisciplinary and innovative in nature, and you will be supported throughout your studies by regular contact with your supervisor and advisory board. You can choose to study this course part-time.We also offer a PhD in this subject.

Application deadline

08/09/2025

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 19,650per 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 Essex

  • University League Table

    29th

  • Campus address

    University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQ, United Kingdom

The careers team offer dedicated international careers advice and support throughout studies and after graduation.
Central London is easily accessible from all of the university's campuses.
Gain access to the curriculum from nine European universities through the YUFE (Young Universities for the Future of Europe) virtual campus.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    14th out of 94 13

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    144 69%

    25th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    12th

    15
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.36 84%

    5th

    5

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