For emerging film professionals and scholars, this MA offers a rigorous exploration of the global film industry's structures, equipping students with critical insights and practical skills in production, finance, and distribution to navigate and lead within the evolving cinematic landscape.
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Programme Director: Jezz Vernon
Course Leader: Victoria Thomas (London Film School)
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We will consider applicants with a 2:2 Honours degree or above in the following subject areas: Film Studies, Drama, English, Media and Communication, Modern Languages, Visual Arts, Accounting, Economics, Finance.
While we normally only consider applicants who meet this criterion, if you are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application.
Applicants may also be asked to submit a personal statement clearly indicating their motivation for studying this programme, and long-term career goals within the international film business market. However, this is not mandatory for your initial application. You are welcome to include a personal statement if you wish.
Please also see our guidance on essential documentation required for an initial decision on taught programme applications .
International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course.
The required IELTS test scores for this course fall under Profile B1 .
Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.
International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for this course fall under Profile B1 . Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country. --> I chose to study the MAIFB programme because it tackles all the processes of the international film business such as marketing, distribution, pitching and networking, business planning, and executive production.
The course increased my confidence and helped me develop the key skills to get into the business side of the industry.
The University’s campus, people, facilities, lecturers and cohorts were a perfect mix of excellence. My favourite thing about the programme was the combination of two cities, London and Exeter, which exposed me to very different lifestyles and perspectives.
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Alexandra
MA International Film Business