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Master of Arts in Film Programming and Curating

Birkbeck, University of London

UK,England

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12 Months

Duration

CAD 18,030/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

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UK, England

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1823

Total Students: 13,937 +

Int. Students: 1,270 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Malet Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1E 7HX, United Kingdom

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Master of Arts in Film Programming and Curating

Program Overview

A first of its kind, this MA Film Programming and Curating explores the diverse ways in which films are selected and presented to an audience. Studying in the heart of London, one of the world’s leading media hubs, this course takes full advantage of its location to help you build professional networks, visit various sites of exhibition (from galleries and museums to film festivals and cultural centres) and learn about contemporary film programming and curatorial practice.

The course encourages independence of intellectual thought and spirit, and offers a historical, intellectual and conceptual understanding of film programming, curatorial practice and moving image culture. The curriculum involves:

theories of spectatorship, the audience and the changing conditions of film reception
sites of exhibition and the architecture of the filmic experience
the role of the archive, film canons and the exhibition of great collections
the practicalities involved in programming a film and locating audiences for it.

This daytime course provides a strong academic foundation, relating the latest theoretical thinking to critical practice. It combines this with site visits across London (including the ICA and BFI), as well as providing placements at leading cultural institutions and film centres, including LUX. You will have the opportunity to participate in programming initiatives with organisations as diverse as the Korean Cultural Centre UK and other film centres around London.

Our teachers are internationally distinguished academics, while visits from cultural practitioners will introduce you to experienced film programmers, curators and art practitioners. Making full use of the opportunities offered by our proximity to London’s vibrant film culture, this course provides a first step towards building a career in film programming and exhibition, or for further research into the cultures of curating and curatorial practice.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

28 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

12 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
oct 2024		Closed

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 18,030 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Birkbeck, University of London

CAD 12,006 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 7.0 - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 94.0 Minimum Listening - 20.0 Minimum Reading - 19.0 Minimum Writing - 24.0 Minimum Speaking - 19.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 68.0 Minimum Listening - 62.0 Minimum Reading - 62.0 Minimum Writing - 67.0 Minimum Speaking - 62.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have a Bachelor's degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 55.00 %

Additional Information

Careers
Graduates can pursue career paths in the creative arts, academic, media and cultural institutions. Possible professions include:

Film programming
Cinema manager
Independent curator
Researcher
Film distribution
Working for a film festival.

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

There are various options through which a student can get a post study work visa in the UK.
Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur Visa for the graduates with a genuine and credible business idea.
Tier 2 (General) is the leading immigration visa to work in the UK.
Tier 4 Doctorate Extension Scheme is for students who have completed their Ph.D. and is valid for 12 months for them to work, look for work or set up a business.
Tier 5 Youth Mobility is for individuals of certain countries like Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, and New Zealand aged between 18 -30 who wish to move to the UK.
Tier 5 GAE is for individuals who want to come to the UK for work experience, training, research or a fellowship.
UK Ancestry is for individuals who are a citizen of a commonwealth and plan to work in the UK and have a grandparent who was born in the UK.