National Film and Television School · Full-time
Screenwriting
Could you write an award-winning film, TV drama or animation? Or devise a multi-layered narrative for a ground-breaking game? In partnership with BBC Drama - This rigorous, practical course has a long history of producing outstanding writers for film, televisi…
Masters2 yearsFull-time
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Film and Television
Could you write an award-winning film, TV drama or animation? Or devise a multi-layered narrative for a ground-breaking game? In partnership with BBC Drama - This rigorous, practical course has a long history of producing outstanding writers for film, television, animation and games, and will give you the chance to see your writing tested in production. The voice of the individual screenwriter is at the heart of our course. You’ll be taught by working screenwriters, producers and script developers, and your voice will be nurtured, developed and challenged to produce work of quality and originality, ready to take out to the industry. All aspects of professional screenwriting are addressed, with the added benefit that you will also collaborate with other departments – including fiction, animation, producing and games - putting into practice the skills you learn throughout the course.
Getting in
As the university states it
The course is intensive and full-time and requires a high level of dedication, a prolific output, and the ability to meet professional deadlines. You will need to display a talent and passion for screenwriting, a fund of ideas and the desire to tell stories for the screen. You may have written in other forms - plays, novels, short stories, journalism – or already have a body of work, but whatever your experience, your writing must demonstrate an original voice with something to say. Professional experience in any field is an advantage, in particular work in film, TV or theatre, or allied creative arts. A sound general knowledge of film, TV and theatre writing is expected, as well as a high level of self-discipline and personal motivation. While many applicants will have a degree from a British or overseas university, we will consider applicants who do not have a degree if they have an impressive portfolio, a creative track record or an alternative qualification. International students Visa and English language requirements If you have any questions, please email info@nfts.co.uk
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