Film & Visual Culture and German (5 years), MA

At Aberdeen, Film & Visual Culture and German isn’t just about theory—you’ll gain hands-on experience that prepares you for the real world. Students engage with both analogue and digital visual media, developing practical skills in digital video production, web design, and critical analysis of films and visual culture. The program emphasizes immersive learning, whether through collaborative projects, language immersion, or access to cutting-edge facilities, ensuring you graduate with both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise.

You will benefit from a variety of dedicated resources and opportunities, including:

• Digital Media and Production Tools: Hands-on experience in digital video production and web design.

• Language Immersion: Year three spent in a German-speaking country, either as a teaching assistant or visiting student, to deepen language and cultural skills.

• Collaborative Projects: Opportunities to work in groups on creative and research-based projects.

• Film and Visual Analysis: Practical engagement with both analogue and digital visual objects, underground and mainstream cinema.

• Specialized Facilities: Access to university media labs and studios for producing and editing digital content.

• Libraries and Research Resources: Extensive collections supporting cinema, visual culture, and German studies.

• Cultural Societies and Drama Groups: Informal settings to practise German and engage in performance and cultural projects.

This combination of practical skills, immersive experiences, and dedicated facilities ensures that students are not only confident in critical thinking but also well-equipped for careers in creative arts, media, international business, tourism, and beyond.

Graduates from the Film & Visual Culture and German MA program leave with a unique blend of analytical, creative, and linguistic skills, making them highly adaptable in both cultural and international settings. Typical career paths include roles such as Film Curator, Cultural Project Manager, Translator/Interpreter, and Media Researcher:

• University Careers Service: Provides tailored support including CV workshops, interview coaching, and internship placements to help secure graduate employment.

• Employment stats & salary figures: Aberdeen graduates report high employability rates, with many securing positions within 6 months of graduation. Entry-level salaries for cultural and media roles typically range between £22,000–£28,000, with growth potential as experience increases.

• University–industry partnerships: Students benefit from links with film festivals, cultural institutions, and media companies, offering work experience and networking opportunities.

• Long-term accreditation value: This MA is internationally recognized, equipping graduates with skills applicable across Europe and beyond in cultural, media, and linguistic sectors.

• Graduation outcomes: Alumni progress into diverse fields including cultural management, media analysis, international relations, publishing, and further academic research.

Further Academic Progression:
Graduates may continue their studies through postgraduate options such as a Master’s in Film Studies, Media & Communication, Translation Studies, or Cultural Policy. Opportunities also exist for pursuing PhD research in areas connecting German studies, film theory, and cultural analysis.