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PostgraduateMaster of Fine Arts

Directing for Stage and Screen

University of East London
Newham, England
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2 yearsDuration
£16,620Per Year (Intl)
£10,980Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University of East London, the MFA (PG) Directing for Stage and Screen provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in creative arts and design. Based in Newham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time and part-time structure. The MA Directing for Stage and Screen at the University of East London is designed for those passionate about directing both live theatre and on-screen productions, including film and television. This Directing for Stage and Screen postgraduate programme also caters to those interested in integrating audio-visual elements into live performances. The course is offered in two formats: a one-year MA and a two-year MFA, with the latter requiring an additional year of study. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 75% student satisfaction rating, a 85% continuation rate, and 88% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Directing for Theatre: Principles and Practice
Directing for Film and Television
Actor Direction and Performance Coaching
Visual Composition and Cinematography
Narrative Structure and Storytelling
Audio-Visual Integration in Live Performance
Research Methods in Directing Practice
Postgraduate Directing Project and Portfolio
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementTerms of admittance to the University of East LondonThe Terms of Admittance govern your contractual relationship with the University of East London ("UEL"). A contract between you, the Student, and us, UEL, is entered into once you accept an offer of a place on a programme at UEL and this contract is subject to consumer protection legislation. You are entitled to cancel this contract within 14 days of enrolment onto your programme.1) Student enrolmentEnrolment at UEL is the process whereby you o

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.566
PTE Academic64

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£16,620

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£33,240

Home Student Fee

£10,980

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

87%Working
1%Studying
5%Work & Study
4%Seeking Work
68%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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