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Masters in Film in South Africa in 2024

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Masters in Film in South Africa

Study Film Masters Programmes

A master's degree in Film allows students to develop their knowledge and expertise. They generally take 1-2 years to complete, and will blend theoretical study with practical projects. Admission requirements usually include an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject, language proficiency and a creative portfolio.

Tuition fees for a masters degree can be high, international students can often access financial aid, such as scholarships and grants. Graduates of a postgraduate degree in Film will be able to progress to further study, or look for jobs in the film industry.

South Africa

The southern most country on the African continent, South Africa is referred to as the ‘rainbow nation' due to the diversity of its 58 million inhabitants. The higher education system underwent a complete reform in 2004, and universities have only be improving since then. Almost 50,000 international students choose to study in South Africa each year, taking advantage of the many universities that are included in the QS World University rankings top 1,000.

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