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Study Details: MA Full-time: 12 months
MA Part-time: 24 months
Develop skills in writing, script-editing and project development for the film, television and digital fiction industries
The MA Screenwriting was launched at Edinburgh Napier University in 2006 and has adapted and developed since then to become one of the strongest screenwriting Masters courses on offer in the UK.
This course is industry recognised by ScreenSkills, the industry-led skills body for the UK’s screen-based industries and carries the ScreenSkills Select endorsement which indicates courses best suited to prepare students for a career in the screen industries.
The course is studied at the Screen Academy Scotland, a ScreenSkills recognised Film Academy.
While the course is primarily for aspiring screenwriters, it is also aimed at those interested in script editing, script development and creative producing.
Teaching staff are working screenwriters and producers and there are regular visits from professional writers, producers, directors and those working in script editing and development.
What are the entry requirements for Screenwriting?
The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at 2:2 or above in any discipline.
We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient relevant work experience within the industry.
You will also be required to attend an interview and/or be asked to show evidence of an aptitude for the course, appropriate experience, and an indication of how you might benefit from the course.
As part of the application process you will need to submit the following with your application:
A personal statement outlining why you want to write for the screen (maximum 300 words)
An outline for a feature film or single television drama (maximum one page)
A writing sample – this may be a short film script or an excerpt from a feature film script or television drama (maximum 10 pages)
Can I get admission into Screenwriting based on my working experience in this sector?
This course has academic entry requirements which are assessed alongside relevant work experience. Full details of any relevant work experience, including references should be submitted with your application and may be considered for entry where the minimum academic entry requirements are below those required.
Usually, unrelated work experience is not considered sufficient for entry without meeting the minimum academic entry requirements. Please contact us with your specific circumstances by submitting an enquiry form above and we will be happy to discuss your options.
Can I make an appointment with an advisor to discuss further about the admission process?
If you want to get more information on the admission process, please get in touch with the postgraduate admissions team by submitting an enquiry form
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Screenwriter
Television writer
Producer
Script development
Modules
From Script to Screen
Script Workshop
The Business of Screen Project Development
Writing and Screen Project Development
Writing for Graphic Fiction
Major Project
Course Details
In recent years, this course has developed a strong international profile, attracting a diverse range of students. As a student at Screen Academy Scotland you will be part of a large and thriving film community.
Collaboration is encouraged and MA Screenwriters work closely with students on the MA Film programme.
The MA Screenwriting will develop skills in screenwriting, creativity, analytical thinking, academic writing, professional writing for film (script reports, coverage), editing and developmental skills.
Whether you want to move up in your career, or onto a new one, our innovative, industry-focused postgraduate courses can give you the skills you need...
