Scriptwriting MA
University of Central Lancashire
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Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 25 graduates of Scriptwriting MA at University of Central Lancashire for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Architecture.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Architecture, Building and Planning
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Architecture at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £23000 | £23000 | £27500 |
25-75 percentile range | £19000 - £28000 | £18000 - £30000 | £22500 - £37500 |
All Architecture, Building and Planning courses of University of Central Lancashire
Salary of all UK Graduates of Architecture, Building and Planning
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £23131 | £25010 | £28792 |
25-75 percentile range | £20700 - £25694 | £19794 - £30100 | £23742 - £35267 |
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Course Description
Want to become a professional scriptwriter? Our MA Scriptwriting will develop your skills in writing for TV, Film, Theatre, Audio Drama, and Video Games.
- Our Scriptwriting master's degree prepares you for a career as a professional scriptwriter. You'll increase your employment opportunities as our course mirrors industry practices.
- Learn from experienced scriptwriters who will provide detailed, regular feedback on your scripts. This will enhance your knowledge of story structure, scene development, characterisation, and dialogue. You'll be able to transform your stories into industry-standard scripts.
- You will have access to CELTX scriptwriting software to help format your scripts to a professional standard. And, you'll graduate with a portfolio of work across a wide variety of genres. This includes a feature length "calling card" script, that will showcase your writing talent to agents and producers.
Why study with us
- You'll attend film festivals, theatre productions, and video games expos. Gain access to networking events and masterclasses from renowned industry professionals.
- Experience real world industry practices. This includes pitching, the role of the Script Editor, Script Reader, Storyliner, and how to operate in a professional Writers Room.
- You'll enjoy our industry links with the BBC, ITV, MediaCityUK and other media organisations across the UK.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Scriptwriting MA at University of Central Lancashire
35% | Elementary occupations |
15% | Skilled trades occupations |
10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
10% | Administrative occupations |
10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
10% | Sales occupations |
10% | Teaching Professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.0
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 2.5
- Others - Further English courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 5.5
- Graduate Degrees Engineering, some science
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- 7.0
- Graduate Degrees Journalism, Nursing
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
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- 5.5
- Undergraduate Degrees Engineering, some science
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- 7.0
- Undergraduate Degrees Journalism, Nursing
Degree: 2:2 Honours degree in related subject or equivalent qualification.
A detailed admissions procedure will be forwarded on application.
Candidates without the above qualifications will be considered providing that there is firm evidence of experience and commitment to at least one of the main areas of practical study: film or video making, Film and TV Screenwriting or digital imaging work.
Demonstrable proof of writing skill or ability or potential
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
Positions of University of Central Lancashire in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Central Lancashire in related subject specific rankings.
Arts Visual & Performing
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- #43
- #48
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- Creative Writing
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Languages & Literature
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- #79
- #94
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- English
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About University of Central Lancashire
The University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) is a government funded university located in the proud city of Preston, in Lancashire, England. The university’s main campus can be found right in the heart of the city, only a few minutes away from an assortment of shopping centres, entertainments and nightlife for those interested.
List of 386 Bachelor and Master Courses from University of Central Lancashire - Course Catalogue
Student composition of University of Central Lancashire
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Central Lancashire by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 16990
- postgraduates:
- 4915
- Total:
- 21905
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Scriptwriting”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
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Screenwriting MA | Birkbeck, University of London | - | - | - | £10800 | £19830 | - | London | On campus Full-time | |
Scriptwriting MA | Bournemouth University | - | - | - | £9250 | £17000 | - | Poole | On campus Full-time | |
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
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- 08 June, 2023