MA Film, Television and Screen Industries

In this MA program, you’re not just studying theory — you work directly with industry-grade tools, real-world case studies, and even get a shot at professional internships. The University of Nottingham supports you through:

• A screening room in the Hallward Library — a cinema-quality, high-definition space with surround sound for watching films as they’re meant to be seen.

• The Digital Transformations Hub, which gives you access to cutting-edge software and hardware for digital research, visualisation, and potentially immersive media. 

• The VIP Studio, a brand-new facility focused on future-screen technologies like VR, 360° sound, animation, and immersive media — designed for collaborative research and environmentally sustainable production. 

These facilities aren’t just for show — they feed directly into how you learn:

• You’ll engage in tutorials and workshops, often involving group work and task-based contributions, giving you hands-on experience. 

• Masterclasses from industry professionals (including Oscar and Emmy winners) give you insider perspectives.

• Your research project (60 credits) is year-long, letting you deeply explore a topic you care about while being mentored by faculty. 

• You can apply for internships with major Hollywood studios — Nottingham is the only MA in the UK with this opportunity. 

• During internships, students have done things like script evaluation, audience research, filming interviews, hosting screenings, and engaging in marketing. 

Key Experiential Components:

• Film Screening & Viewing
  ‒ Use of a purpose-built screening room in the Hallward Library for film analysis, class screenings, and private viewing. 

• Digital Research & Media Tools
  ‒ Access Nottingham’s Digital Transformations Hub to work with advanced software and emerging media tech. 

• Immersive Production Studio
  ‒ The VIP Studio enables experimentation in VR, 360° audio, animation, immersive storytelling — especially through their LEADD:NG programme. 

• Group Project Work
  ‒ Most learning takes place in workshops and group-based tasks, fostering collaboration and real-world problem solving. 

• Masterclasses & Guest Lectures
  ‒ Frequent sessions led by industry experts, including high-profile creatives.

• Long-Form Research Project
  ‒ A 60-credit dissertation or project tailored to your interests, mentored by academic staff. 

• Competitive Hollywood Internships
  ‒ Opportunity (highly competitive) to intern at top studios like Disney, Warner, Paramount, Sony, and more. 

• Career Support
  ‒ The department offers dedicated guidance for building your CV, preparing for interviews, and networking with creative employers. 

• Research Institute
  ‒ The Institute for Screen Industries Research (ISIR) is part of the department, offering workshops, industry visits, and research support

Graduates of this MA are well positioned for a range of roles in the global screen industries — typical career paths include studio operations, production development, marketing & branding, and audience intelligence / market analysis. Over time, you could also move into international regulation, acquisitions, or industry education.

Here’s how the University of Nottingham supports you and why this degree really adds value:

• University Support & Services

  • The Careers & Employability Service offers dedicated support to postgraduate students: career counselling, CV / résumé help, interview prep, and bespoke employer events. 

  • Students also benefit from the Creative Student Network, where you can connect with peers, industry professionals, and alumni. 

  • Nottingham advertises competitive internships, including the opportunity (when available) to work in Hollywood studios (e.g., Disney, Warner, Paramount, Lionsgate) as part of its unique Hollywood Internships programme. Employment Outcomes & Salary Figures

• • According to the Graduate Outcomes data, 66.7% of postgraduates from the School of Cultural, Media & Visual Studies secure graduate-level employment or further study within 15 months of graduation. 

  • For comparison, Discover Uni data for media / communications graduates at Nottingham shows a median salary of around £25,500 15 months post-graduation, with typical ranges of £22,000–£30,000.

  • Five years after graduation, the median salary climbs to approximately £32,000, with a typical range of £23,500–£44,000 (for media / communications graduates). 

• University–Industry Partnerships

  • The Hollywood Internships programme is perhaps the strongest example: students may intern with major studios or companies such as Disney, Warner, Paramount, Sony, Lionsgate, UTA, and WME. 

  • The course itself is “designed using the expertise and insider knowledge provided by our industry partners”, meaning curriculum is closely aligned with current screen industry practices.

  • There are masterclasses and guest lectures from Oscar / Emmy winners and top professionals — giving you both inspiration and networking opportunities. 

• Long-Term & Accreditation Value

  • The degree is housed in a department where 90% of the research environment is rated as world-leading, according to the Research Excellence Framework 2021.

  • Completing a postgraduate degree from the University of Nottingham — a Russell Group institution — adds strong academic credibility and global recognition to your CV.

• Graduation Outcomes

  • With this MA, you gain not only academic and theoretical insight into screen industries (e.g., regulation, audience behavior, global markets) but also practical experience via the research project. 

  • Opportunities to apply for internships in leading studios give you real-world exposure and a chance to build a professional network well before graduation. 

  • Many graduates will find roles in: production development, marketing, studio operations, acquisitions, or audience intelligence — and some may move into regulatory and international business roles. 

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the MA, you could continue your studies through:

• A PhD in Film, Media, or Cultural Studies, focusing on topics such as production practices, audience research, or regulation.

• A more specialized postgraduate qualification (e.g., MPhil / DPhil) in Screen Industries, Media Policy, or Creative Business.

• Or even a professional development course (short courses) in film production, digital media, or international media markets — leveraging your MA’s foundation + industry connections.