Postgraduate study at MetFilm School is designed to move you forward. Whether you’re building on an existing degree or stepping up from industry experience, our MA courses help you sharpen your craft, deepen your knowledge, and position yourself for the next stage of your career.
You’ll work on real projects, with industry-standard equipment, guided by professionals who are active in the field. The focus is practical, collaborative, and aligned to how the screen industries actually operate.
This isn’t just about gaining a qualification. It’s about developing the skills, confidence and network to progress in a competitive industry.
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Why study a postgraduate course?
An MA allows you to specialise. Rather than broad learning, you’ll focus on a defined area of film, television or creative practice, building advanced skills and a clear professional direction.
Postgraduate study is particularly suited to those who want to:
Develop a distinct creative voice
Build a portfolio that reflects industry expectations
Transition into a new area of the screen industries
Strengthen their academic and critical understanding of their craft
Improve employability and access higher-level roles
You’ll take greater ownership of your work, with more independence, more depth, and more opportunity to shape your outcomes.
What is an MA?
An MA (Master of Arts) is an advanced qualification that builds on your existing knowledge, whether that comes from a bachelor’s degree or relevant professional experience.
You might also hear it referred to as:
A master’s degree
A postgraduate degree
Postgraduate study
At MetFilm School, an MA combines academic rigour with practical application. You won’t just study theory, you’ll apply it through hands-on projects that reflect real industry workflows.
What to expect from postgraduate study
Postgraduate study is more focused, more self-directed, and more professionally aligned than undergraduate study.
You can expect:
Greater independence in how you approach your work
Opportunities to specialise in areas that matter to you
Access to industry-standard facilities and equipment
Collaboration with like-minded creatives
Teaching from working industry professionals
You’ll also undertake more in-depth research and develop a deeper critical understanding of your subject, helping you stand out in a competitive market.
Take the next step
Whether you’re looking to refine your skills, change direction, or push your creative practice further, a postgraduate course at MetFilm School gives you the structure, support and industry connection to make it happen.