MA Documentary Filmmaking

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 55% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 54 with no individual score below 51.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission to a specific program. Some courses may have additional requirements, such as a portfolio or an interview, and competition for certain programs may be high.

Leeds Beckett University offers various scholarships and financial support options to eligible students. These scholarships aim to recognize academic excellence, support talented individuals, and provide opportunities for students who may face financial constraints.

1. Vice Chancellor's Scholarship: This prestigious scholarship is awarded to exceptional students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievements and personal accomplishments. It provides a partial tuition fee waiver for the duration of the program.
2. Academic Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance. It offers a partial tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
3. Sports Scholarships: Leeds Beckett University offers sports scholarships to talented athletes who compete at a regional, national, or international level. These scholarships provide financial support, access to sports facilities, and mentoring programs.
4. Carnegie School of Sport Elite Athlete Scheme: This scheme supports elite athletes who are studying at Leeds Beckett University. It offers tailored support, flexible study arrangements, and access to world-class sports facilities.
5. Care Leaver and Estranged Student Scholarships: Leeds Beckett University provides additional support for students who have experienced care or are estranged from their families. These scholarships offer financial assistance and dedicated support services.
6. Subject-Specific Scholarships: Some academic schools within Leeds Beckett University may offer subject-specific scholarships for outstanding students in certain disciplines. These scholarships may vary in terms of eligibility criteria and benefits.

The MA Documentary Filmmaking program at Leeds Beckett University opens doors to a wide range of exciting career opportunities in the field of documentary filmmaking and media production. 

1. Documentary Filmmaker: Graduates can pursue careers as documentary filmmakers, creating compelling and thought-provoking documentaries on a wide range of subjects.

2. Director/Producer: Opportunities exist as directors or producers, overseeing the creative and logistical aspects of documentary projects.

3. Cinematographer: Graduates may specialize as cinematographers, responsible for capturing visually stunning footage for documentaries.

4. Editor: Careers in editing involve crafting the narrative of documentaries through the assembly of footage and sound.

5. Documentary Researcher: Graduates can work as researchers, responsible for gathering information and conducting interviews for documentary projects.

6. Broadcast Journalist: Opportunities in broadcast journalism involve creating news and documentary content for television and online platforms.

7. Film Festival Programmer: Graduates may work as film festival programmers, curating documentary selections for film festivals.

8. Content Creator: Careers as content creators involve producing documentaries for online streaming platforms and digital media.

9. Documentary Educator: For those interested in academia, the program serves as a foundation for teaching documentary filmmaking at educational institutions.

10. Freelance Filmmaker: Graduates can pursue freelance opportunities, working on a variety of documentary projects as independent filmmakers.