MLitt Film Studies

At Newcastle University Business School, the MSc Finance programme is designed not just to teach theory — it gives you hands-on, practical experience so you graduate ready to make real-world financial decisions. You'll work with industry-grade financial data, use advanced analytical tools, and learn in a setting that mimics professional financial environments.

Here’s how this plays out in practice:

• Real data & industry‑standard software: You’ll have access to advanced statistical software like Python, R, Stata, MATLAB, SAS, EViews, Maple, and Minitab.

• Financial databases: The programme gives you access to a rich suite of databases — Bloomberg, Refinitiv Workspace, WRDS, Compustat, CRSP, OptionMetrics, CSMAR, Amadeus, Orbis, and more — to do empirical analysis, research, and your dissertation. 

• Bloomberg trading lab: There is a dedicated Bloomberg Lab with over 20 Bloomberg terminals, letting you simulate a real trading‑floor experience.Experimental & behavioural economics lab: You’ll also have access to the Newcastle Experimental and Behavioural Economics Lab — it’s a fully-equipped research facility with 30 participant workstations, experimenter stations, and software for behavioural and economic experimentsGuest lectures & industry insights: There are regular guest lectures from practitioners and policymakers, bringing cutting‑edge debates from financial markets into the classroom. 

• Final dissertation / project: After taught modules (October–May), you work on a dissertation (June–September). This gives you independence to explore a finance topic deeply, applying your skills to real-world or research‑driven questions. 

• Collaborative and quiet study spaces: The Business School buildings (including the Frederick Douglass Centre) have flexible seminar rooms, study pods (some with screens), dedicated quiet spaces, and group work areas. 

• Careers and employability support: There are dedicated employability hubs in the Business School. You’ll also benefit from Newcastle University’s wider careers service, with events, one‑to‑one support, and networking opportunities. 

• Academic computing facilities: The Business School has computer clusters (120+ PCs) and open IT spaces for students to use statistical packages, work on projects, or run simulations.

• Library resources: You’ll have access to the Philip Robinson Library, the main library at Newcastle, which holds a large collection of business, finance, and economics journals and databases. 

• Postgraduate community: There’s a dedicated postgraduate common room (2nd floor, Armstrong Building) with social space, a kitchen, and space for study groups or informal events. 

Graduates of the Film Studies MLitt at Newcastle University are well prepared for academic careers, research roles, or more strategic / curatorial positions in the film sector. Typical roles include film researcher, film archivist, festival curator, and university lecturer / PhD candidate.

Here’s how Newcastle University supports you, and why this MLitt brings long‑term value:

• University Support & Services

  • The Careers Service at Newcastle offers tailored support for creative students, including advice for self‑employment, freelancing, and connections to media employers.

  • You’ll work in Culture Lab, a cutting-edge interdisciplinary research facility that provides studio space, AV‑editing suites, and a collaborative research environment.

  • As part of the School of Arts & Cultures, you’ll benefit from a strong academic community, with access to researchers and practitioners across media, heritage, and culture. 

• Employment Outcomes & Career Paths

  • The department promotes careers in film production, post-production, distribution, marketing, and film exhibition. 

  • According to creative‑industry career data, common entry roles for media / film graduates include researchers, runners, archive assistants, and festival programmers. According to combined graduate destination data, 86% of Newcastle graduates enter graduate-level roles or advanced study within 15 months. 

• University–Industry & Cultural Partnerships

  • For the Global Film MA (closely related), the program works with Sheffield Doc/Fest, Star & Shadow Cinema, Bridge+Tunnel, and the Berwick Film & Media Arts Festival for guest lectures, placements, and professional exposure. 

  • You also benefit from Newcastle’s local film heritage: for example, the Amber Film & Photography Collective is based in Newcastle, providing real‑world cultural ties and a deeply rooted community in documentary and independent cinema. 

• Long-Term / Accreditation Value

  • An MLitt from Newcastle University strengthens your academic profile: it’s research-oriented, ideal preparation for a PhD. 

  • The degree is awarded by a respected UK university with strong research credentials (School of Arts & Cultures), which enhances your academic credibility globally.

• Graduation Outcomes

  • You will complete a research dissertation under the supervision of expert faculty, developing deep expertise in film theory, history, or specific cinema traditions. Graduates are well-positioned to apply for research jobs, archive roles, or curatorial work in cinemas or film festivals — or to build a pathway into teaching or PhD-level study.

Further Academic Progression:
After the MLitt, you could:

• Progress to a PhD in Film Studies, focusing on theory, festival studies, or national cinemas.

• Take on a research assistant role at universities or cultural institutions, contributing to film heritage projects.

• Apply for fellowships or research grants (e.g., via AHRC) to work on film archiving, restoration, or exhibition projects.

• Or combine this with a more practice-based qualification, such as a filmmaking or curatorial MA, to broaden both research and creative credentials.