MA Screenwriting admission requirements
In line with the university's policy on extending access in higher education, the admissions procedures for the course are designed to make available the opportunity to study to as many students as possible providing they have the ability to benefit from it and a reasonable expectation of achieving an award.
Applications from students of all ages, social, ethnic and educational backgrounds are welcomed. The nature of the course is such that most of the applicants will have a background in creative writing and/or film or media experience. The admissions policy recognizes that there will be some outstanding applicants with backgrounds in other disciplines and work experiences including those without standard undergraduate qualifications.
- Entry Requirements - Evidence of the following will be taken into account:
- A first or second class UK honours degree in a relevant area, or a European or other equivalent.
- Fluent English.
- Experience and skills in writing and or filmmaking to a high enough standard, supported by evidence.
- Criteria for entry - Entry criteria include showing evidence for:
- The capacity to learn and develop
- Creative ability in the area of fiction writing
- Visualisation skills
- Communication skills
- Ambition in and commitment to film study and screenwriting practice
- Knowledge of and engagement with contemporary film culture
Applicants must demonstrate suitability through a portfolio of written work. In addition they might show other work that revealed originality of conception or execution in filmmaking or another aspect of the visual arts.
Applicants must fill in an application form together with a portfolio of written work. Where possible applicants will be interviewed. For detailed information on submission of written work please go to Enrolment webpage.
Transferred Credit and APEL
The school is committed to the principle of lifelong learning and therefore welcomes applications from students who bring with them certificated credit from other institutions (APL) and/or experiential learning (APEL). APL can be awarded up to a maximum of 60 points for the award of a Post Graduate Diploma or 90 points for the MA. There is no maximum limit in the case of the awarding of APEL. All decisions on APEL are dealt with by the university's AP(E)L committee.
