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National University of Ireland Galway

Galway , west coast ,Ireland

Postgraduate Diploma (Film Production and Direction)

Course Overview
The MA in Film Production & Direction is a rigorous course that offers training in Directing, Producing, Camera, Sound, Lighting, and Editing. From the moment the programme begins, students are involved in collaborative filmmaking tasks which offer real-world training in a range of roles across the film production process. The practice-based modules are complemented by modules in screen writing and film theory and analysis to enrich and inform the creative process and to deepen critical reflection. Through a series of carefully designed short film projects, students practice and develop a range of creative skills. The demanding schedule insists students refine their facility for effective communication, organisation and collaboration. This course is for those who are committed and passionate about making films.

Scholarships available

Intakes

  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Entry Requirements
NQAI Level 8 degree or equivalent H2.2, GPA 3.0, or international qualification. IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent if applicable. Students who do not meet the honours degree requirement but have a Level 7 (Merit 2) degree may be  admitted to the PDip course, with the possibility of progressing to the MA if they receive a minimum of 60% in their course work during the year