Creative Arts and Media MA

Our practice-based Master's degree empowers you to explore and create in the dynamic world of creative arts and media. Taught by industry experts in film, theatre, creative writing, and media, this program offers hands-on experience in content creation, writing for production, and performance making. Based in London's vibrant East End, you'll develop the skills needed to thrive in the creative industries, with opportunities to apply your learning in real-world settings.Engage with creative industries and cultural practices through opportunities within the curriculum.Experience practice-led, project-based learning that combines creative exploration with critical analysis.Develop new ideas and innovative practices that have direct applications in the Creative Industries.Graduate with a broad skill set, including creative, critical, and professional expertise, to adapt and thrive in both UK and global cultural and economic contexts.What you'll studyThis programme will develop your creativity and technical expertise across a range of creative arts and media disciplines. Through a blend of practical skills and critical thinking, you’ll gain the ability to produce and evaluate work in film, performance, and digital media, while applying your learning to real-world professional contexts.AssessmentDepending on the modules you select your work will be assessed by a wide variety of methods including creative projects, essays, presentations, and project plans.TeachingYou’ll experience a blend of project-based, practice-led learning and critical inquiry, reflecting the School of the Arts' belief that theory and practice enrich each other.Career pathsThis programme aims to provide a range of career prospects for its graduates across the Creative Industries from artistic creation and design, to production, management and education.It will enable sustained reflection and practical development for established practitioners; and enhance professional development in teaching, arts administration and a wide range of other creative careers.