Program Overview
The Film Studies at The University of Iowa is a MA programme in United States. This programme provides advanced academic training at postgraduate level.
Key Program Features
- Degree: MA
- Language: English
- Duration: 24 months
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Film Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in their chosen field. A MA from The University of Iowa opens doors to roles in academia, industry, and public sector.
Program Curriculum
- Advanced Film Theory.
- Advanced Film History
- Studies in Sound and Image
- Colloquium in Film and Video Production
- Special Projects
- American Film and American Culture
- Special Topics in European Film
- Crossing Borders Proseminar
- Crossing Borders Seminar
- Individual Study
- Seminar: Film Theory
- Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
- The Master of Arts program in film studies requires 36 s.h. of graduate credit. The program\'s focus is on film in an international context, with required distributions of course work in U.S. cinema, European cinema, world cinemas, and film production, documentary film, animation, or experimental film. Students meet formal degree requirements with course work and a written examination on two areas, which the student selects from one list focusing on film theory and another list focusing on film history. Exams are offered annually in January.
- You must first submit the online application to the Graduate College and pay the $60 application fee by credit card ($100 for international applicants).
- A Resume/CV
- A statement of purpose
- A sample of scholarly writing
- A departmental Supplemental Information Form
- Three letters of recommendation
- A set of your unofficial academic records/transcripts uploaded on your Admissions Profile. If you are admitted, official transcripts will be required before your enrollment.
- Your official GRE scores from Educational Testing Service (the University\'s institutional code is 6681).
- International students may also be required to submit TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE scores to comply with the university\'s English Language Proficiency Requirements.
- Once recommended for admission, international students must send a Financial Statement.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 27054 (International); USD 8104.0 (National)
USD 27054 (International); USD 8104.0 (National)
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Iowa directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information.
About University of Iowa
University of Iowa
Iowa City, United States
University of Iowa is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-01-15
- Start Date 2018-08-22
- Language English
- Duration 24 months