MA Screenwriting

1. Develop the craft, strategy and industry awareness needed to write for today’s global screen landscape
2. Learn to use cutting‑edge digital tools shaping modern screen storytelling
3. Work on briefs that mirror real development and production challenges
4. Build meaningful connections with writers, producers and industry partners
5. Enjoy the hybrid learning experience – including evening classes, online sessions and a Writer’s Retreat

On our MA Screenwriting course in London, you’ll explore both the craft and industry of storytelling in a fast-evolving global market. You’ll learn to shape compelling characters, build emotionally resonant narratives, and communicate your ideas with clarity and confidence.

Through hands-on projects, you’ll tackle real development challenges, analyse story structure, and respond to trends in film and high-end TV—creating work that is both creatively ambitious and production-ready.

Blending classical theory—from Aristotle to John Yorke—with contemporary practice, the course embraces adaptation, collaboration, and emerging forms. You’ll also experiment with AI-assisted development, table reads, previsualisation, and editing - understanding the screenplay as a blueprint for production.

Designed with flexibility in mind, the course is delivered one evening a week in London and one evening online—minimising time on campus while maximising time for focused writing. This model is ideal for working professionals.

You’ll workshop your writing in a supportive creative community, gaining expert feedback while developing insight into pitching, production models, and the wider screen industry. This MA prepares you for a professional career in screenwriting.

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Applicants should hold a higher second‑class honours degree (2:1, or equivalent non‑UK qualification) in a relevant subject, or an equivalent professional qualification in a related field. A Curriculum Vitae (CV)/Résumé must be submitted as part of the application.

Students applying directly from an undergraduate degree without professional experience must be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of the chosen subject area.

International

If you have international qualifications, please view our entry requirements per country. Along with your academic qualifications, you will also need to submit a copy of your Curriculum Vitae (CV)/Resume.

In order to be eligible for this course, you will need to be a competent speaker and writer of English. If you require a Student Visa you need to provide us with an IELTS or equivalent English language qualification, which demonstrates a minimum of 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub test) or CEFR Level B2 in each component. Please contact [email protected] for more information.

Selection criteria

We welcome suitably-qualified applicants who are able to demonstrate a good level of skills in areas associated with this subject. To get a holistic view of your ability and aptitude to succeed on the course, we will also consider your enthusiasm and interest in the subject area, how you manage the creative process, previous study and your professional skill-set.

Applications are welcome from a wide range of backgrounds and experience including from students who may not necessarily possess formal academic qualifications. It is important that applicants can demonstrate an aptitude for learning and continued professional development through a research-led approach.