
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in creative arts and design with the MA Documentary Filmmaking at Leeds Beckett University. Based in Leeds, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 18-month full-time structure. Turn your ideas into reality and learn how to make a documentary film that can change opinions and challenge preconceptions. Documentary filmmaking is constantly evolving, thanks to the rise of internet and social media, there are now countless places for filmmakers to screen their work. As part of this course you’ll: - Understand how to find an audience for the idea or subject you are passionate about - Develop the expertise to turn your vision into a bold and innovative film - Have the opportunity to explore and communicate a subject you’re passionate about at the Northern Film... International tuition fees are £8,160 per year, home/UK fees are £4,080 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £19,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Entry requirements Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree in a cognate subject; at least a second class honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for; or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applicants are required to submit an online portfolio of creative or other work relevant to documentary which includes a proposal for a new documentary film. All suitable |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£8,160
per year
Home Student Fee
£4,080
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
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About Leeds Beckett University
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