What will I learn?

MA Screenwriting is an industry-focused course that develops writers for film, television and radio. You’ll develop your writing, script reading, script editing and script development skills to closely mirror industry expectations. MA Screenwriting at London College of Communication is one of the UK’s leading film and television scripting courses, and has a strong professional reputation.Graduates of the course have gone on to receive critical acclaim, and been recognised by national and international awards. Their successful careers can be followed in all areas of the industry across fields as diverse as television, film, radio, stage, web, animation, novels and computer games.Mode of studyMA Screenwriting is offered in full-time mode and runs for 45 weeks over 15 months, with a break over the summer. You will be expected to commit an average of 40 hours per week to your course, including teaching hours and independent study.

Which department am I in?

School of Media and Communication

Study options

Full Time (15 Months)

Tuition fees

£2,380.83 (2,59,406) Month

Accommodation Services - Halls of Residences - Brooke Hall - Number of Rooms - 104 studio rooms - Tenancy Length - 50 weeks - Price GBP 247.50 - GBP 270 per week

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

London College of Communication

Elephant & Castle,

London,

Southwark,

SE1 6SB, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

An applicant will be considered for admission if they have already achieved an educational level equivalent to an honours degree. It is preferable that you have a previous degree, but it is not essential. We also accept students based on their writing talent and the work they submit during their application. Language requirements: IELTS 7.0 (or equivalent) is required, with a minimum of 6.0 in each of the four skills; and TOEFL IBT overall score 100 with minimum listening - 20, reading - 20, writing - 20, speaking - 20.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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