Program Overview
The Film Production at University of British Columbia is a Master of Fine Arts programme in Arts & Design over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Film Production programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 8,270 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,707 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Vancouver, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Film Production programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Problems in Directing
- Advanced Production for Film and Television
- Advanced Documentary Development and Production
- Directed Studies in Film Production
- Alternative Cinema Production
- Advanced Writing for the Screen
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A four-year undergraduate degree. Though four years are normally required for acceptance into a graduate program, certain exceptions apply.
- A B+ average in third and fourth year-level course work, or at least 12 credits of third- or fourth-year courses in the A- grade range (at UBC this is 80% or higher) in the field of intended graduate study.
- Sufficient preparatory academic background to carry out graduate work in a chosen field.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 8,270 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,707 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 8,270 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,707 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of British Columbia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of British Columbia
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, Canada
public research university in British Columbia, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
