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London Film School: Screenwriting
| Institution | London Film School View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Film School |
| Web | http://www.lfs.org.uk |
| info@lfs.org.uk | |
| Telephone | 020 7836 9642 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
MA Screenwriting focuses on the development of the individual screenwriter’s voice, embeds professional practice and enhances employability. Students will be supported and challenged throughout their one year MA as they explore that voice through screenwriting.
At LFS students will gain expertise and experience that form the foundations of their professional screenwriting practice. Students will forge relationships and develop networks that propel them into the film and television industries.
The development of a student’s feature screenplay, at the heart of the MA, is undertaken in small Feature Development Groups of three or four students, chaired by a tutor. Regular Group meetings are structured around the giving and receiving of feedback and the deep exploration of their feature project from initial idea through several draft screenplays.
The ambition and variety of students’ screenplays reflect both the depth of their creativity and the breadth and diversity of their backgrounds and interests.
In addition to the feature screenplay, students will have opportunities to write short screenplays and to develop a television series idea.
Continuous writing is encouraged throughout the programme as students undertake writing and critical analysis exercises both independently and collaboratively. Students are supported by Visiting Lecturers, who provide expert insight and guidance throughout the course.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A Bachelor’s degree with Honours; or an equivalent (international) or higher qualification; or an equivalent professional qualification; or substantial professional experience in film or a related area. Applications are welcome from those who have not written scripts before, but feel they have the ability and meet the minimum entry requirements. Applicants whose 1st language is not English may also need to provide proof of proficiency in English. The preferred language test is IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 and a minimum of 5.5 in each component. |
| Location | London Film School 24 Shelton Street London Covent Garden WC2H 9UB |
Fees
| EU | 15225 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 15055 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 15055 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 15055 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 15055 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 15225 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
This course is aimed at developing screenwriting skills in the context of a filmmaking community where writing is an everyday practice and a collaborative process involving actors, directors, musicians, editors and producers. The school explores the boundaries between writing and directing and stimulates debate through classes in film history, crosscultural approaches to dramaturgy and script readings with professional actors. Regular screenings of classic and contemporary films in the school’s own film theatre and visits by contemporary filmmakers complement the core practical work of developing a feature screenplay. The programme provides a year of critical and creative development, a network of future contacts and a space where a writer can define their interests and particular talent. This is a course that is more interested in content over structure, individual development over the imposition of a universal model or set of rules.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Modules | Modules include: The screenwriters craft; the screenwriter's practice; writing the feature film. |
| Location | London Film School 24 Shelton Street London Covent Garden WC2H 9UB |
Fees
| EU | 14211 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 14211 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 14211 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 14211 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 14211 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 14411 GBP for Year 1 |
London Film School (LFS) is the oldest film school in the UK. For more than 65 years, LFS has been the place for emerging creative talent to hone their craft, find their voice and engage directly with the vibrant UK screen industries. The School offers a two-year MA in Filmmaking, a one-year MA in Screenwriting, a one-year MA in International Film Business, and a PhD in Film by Practice, as well as short courses and summer schools.
The School is celebrated for its commitment to film, innovation and creative freedom, and its reputation for teaching excellence …
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