Ma Film (Documentary Practice)

The MA Film (Documentary Practice) pathway investigates, articulates, questions and challenges issues of individual, social, political and ideological importance. This pathway utilises documentary production as a professional creative skill and as a practice-based research tool to create sophisticated, intellectual and critical enquiry. The programme involves critical enquiry and research into documentary production and also includes creative production work to a professional standard. Assessment By undertaking the MA in Film, you can usually expect the following assessment types: Essays Practical production work Project Work and Project Reports Dissertation (either a 12,000 dissertation on chosen topic or a 20 minute film with a 5000 word essay and an accompanying portfolio). Career paths The Department of Film provides great opportunities for you to develop the skills and attributes you need to progress successfully in your chosen career. Both Documentary Practice and Directing Fiction pathways provide graduates with a roster of festival ready films, and the skills to pursue independent filmmaking or work in the industry. All three pathways equip you with skills and knowledge to pursue a range of careers in film and broadcasting, as well as continuing on to PhD study.