MA in Film Studies

MA in Film Studies

Kingston University London

Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, UK
MA in Film Studies
Duration1 Year
LevelMasters Program
  • The Film Studies MA at Kingston is an innovative program which situates film at the center of a range of critical and historical debates
  • The course covers a wide variety of classical and contemporary cinemas, including examples drawn from British, American, European, and global traditions, exploring them through a range of theoretical approaches
  • Students will study all that is new, vital and innovative in contemporary and emergent cinemas
  • Students will evaluate and critically analyze a range of perspectives on cinema in light of contemporary developments, shifting cultural alliances and patterns of cross-fertilisations
Fees componentsAmount
Tuition & fees1572010 INR
Hostel & Meals649088 INR
Text books60852 INR
Miscellaneous223124 INR
Total933064 INR

Entry Criteria

Class 12thNo specific cutoff mentioned
Bachelors55.0%
  • Applicants should have a 2:2 or a second class degree or above in a Humanities subject (Film, Media Studies, Languages, History, English, etc) or in the History of Art, Fine Art or other studio-based subjects which include an art historical or contextual studies component, or another area appropriate to the degree
  • Consideration is also given to non-standard entrants with relevant work experience that demonstrates the necessary skills and intellectual achievement required to undertake the course
ExamsIELTS: 6.5
With no element below 5.5
PTE: 58
With no element below 58
Additional info
  • Copies of transcripts and certificates which confirm qualifications obtained and pending with the complete breakdown of all subjects studied and marks obtained. These should clearly show the qualification awarded and the final overall grade/mark. If they are not in English, copies translated into English by an authorized translator is required
  • A personal statement of at least 500 words which should outline your reasons for applying for the course
  • ELP requirement may be waived for applicants who have passed 12th English with a minimum of 70%
  • University normally invites applicants for an interview with the course director or another senior member of the teaching team. International students based overseas can arrange for an interview by email or telephone
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