Overview
Build a creative showreel to place you at the forefront of the sector.
Regent’s has a reputation for developing award-winning young professionals. Created alongside a team of industry experts, this course has been designed for creative filmmakers and producers looking to hone their specialist skillset; develop essential business and marketing skills; and fund and exhibit their own short film at industry-facing festivals.
Why Regent’s?
- An intimate campus: located in the heart of London’s royal Regent’s Park
- Unparalleled global connections: gain exposure to leading industry professionals
- Future-facing: an innovative curriculum structure that's unique to Regent's
- Small class sizes: experience tailored attention, support and guidance
- Practical learning: develop a film to exhibit at Britain’s largest short film festival
- Global network: collaborate with students across acting and film courses
- Career-focused: graduate with a showreel to attract future employers or partners
- Unparalleled location: attend some of London’s most coveted film festivals
What to expect
Regent's has an excellent reputation for developing aspiring film professionals. In recent years, eight graduates have won Royal Television Society Awards for their final year projects, while others have been nominated for BAFTA and IFTA awards and contributed to titles including 1917, The Crown, Kneecap, The Witcher, Vigil, The Devil’s Hour, Shetland, The Art of Love, The Athena, Cats and One of Us – in roles as diverse as creative directors, cinematographers, VFX producers and acquisitions managers.
This industry-focused course, which offers full-time (one year) and part-time (two years) entry points, not only teaches you how to how to film and produce your own creative projects, but also how to brand them, promote them and pitch them to investors – enabling you to graduate with a unique skillset that sets you apart from the crowd.
From day one, you’ll collaborate with professional actors, filmmakers and creatives on a wide range of projects – researching, producing, directing, filming, editing and marketing your own group films. You’ll take on various industry roles, experiment with new technology and techniques, and work on practical assignments that reflect real industry practices.
You'll learn to a guide a short film concept through the stages of development and refinement into an engaging pitch ready for selection – creating crowdfunding campaigns to build an audience and secure funding; writing detailed pre-production documents including storyboards, shot lists and schedules; scouting locations and casting talent (learning how effective planning can prevent costly delays during shooting); organising reshoots and pickups; developing comprehensive promotion and distribution strategies and festival release plans. You'll improve your confidence in ideation, storytelling, branding, marketing and pitching – and gain a deeper understanding of the professional standards required for packaging a short film for the market.
As part of one of your modules, you’ll attend an internationally accredited film festival to gain insights into the launch process and attend a variety of guest lectures on campus to hear from practitioners and creatives who are leading conversations around the film and television industry. Recently, we’ve been joined by:
- Carolina Izquierdo – Series Producer and Factual TV Director (BBC, Channel 4, Nat Geo)
- Cherie Federico – Director of Aesthetica Film Festival
- Noel McCann – Writer, Blue Lights (BBC)
- Alex Wood – Regent’s alum and Production Manager (Premiere League)
- Isabelle Sieb – Regent’s alum and Emmy BAFTA Winning director (Sky, BBC)
- Carlijn Hoogstad – Regent’s alum and VFX Producer (One of Us)
- Priya Giga – Regent’s alum and Development (Netflix)
You’ll not only graduate with a high-quality product for the short film festival market, but also the skills, knowledge, networks and business mindset to create and promote future projects – whether you plan to fund a new feature film, launch your own production company, set yourself up as a freelancer, or work towards getting an agent.
London-centric learning
With London on your doorstep, you’ll have opportunities to engage with all aspects of the film arena – gaining practical experience and connecting with industry leaders.
- Attend Aesthetica Short Film Festival – Britian’s largest short film festival
- Join seminars and speed-pitching sessions at the London Screenwriters Festival
- Apply to join the Future Founders Programme, based in our Innovation Lab
A tailored experience
We put you in the driving seat – shaping your education from day one:
- Your own support officer: receive tailored advice and support when needed
- Academic guidance: access regular one-to-one sessions and a unique open door policy
- Flexible modules: personalise your course with a choice of elective modules
- Additional language classes: prepare for domestic and international opportunities
Course is subject to validation.
How to apply
Applying to Regent's is quick and easy. We accept direct applications year-round and there's no application fee. If you haven't received your exam results, you can still apply and we'll issue you with a conditional offer. You just need be clear in your application which qualifications you're currently studying for.
Step 1: Apply
- On our website, details here
During the application process, you'll have the chance to upload supporting documents, including:
- A copy of your passport (photograph ID page)
- Academic transcripts and certificates from all previous studies
- A 500-700 word personal statement (view guidance)
- If you're not a native English speaker, proof of your English proficiency
Credit transfer
If you’ve already studied part of your degree elsewhere, you may be able to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and join your new course at an advanced entry point. To apply for RPL, you'll need to state this clearly in your application and provide us with the certificates, transcripts and module descriptions for your previous course.
Step 2: Receive a response
You can expect to receive a decision on your application within 10 working days. We'll assess whether you meet our entry requirements and will notify you of our decision via email. UCAS applicants will also receive official notification via the UCAS system.
For some of our courses, the selection process may include an interview or audition. They can take the form of a one-to-one interview, a group interview or a portfolio review, which may be conducted by telephone or online. Arrangements of these are made between you and the Admissions department.
Step 3: Accept your offer
If you wish to accept your offer, you must pay your (non-refundable) advance tuition fee deposit. This will confirm your place. Here's how.
Step 4: Register
Closer to the start of term, our Admissions team will send instructions regarding your registration process. This will include information on completing your online enrolment before you arrive, as well as a checklist of documents you'll need to bring with you to campus.
Information for international students
If you're an overseas student, you'll likely require a visa to study in the UK. Here's how to apply.
Scholarships and funding
There are a wide variety of funding and scholarship opportunities to help you finance your studies. For more information, please visit our scholarships and funding page.
Fees
Tuition fee:
- £27,000 for the intake starting in January 2026
Non-refundable advance deposit:
UK students: £1,000
International students: £4,000
Read more about tuition fees.
When do I need to pay?
If you receive an offer for a course, you’ll receive a pro forma invoice. To accept your offer and secure your place, pay your deposit payment as soon as possible.
The remaining portion of your first year’s tuition fees will be due when you enrol. At this time, you’ll receive your invoice for the full year. You can choose to pay for the year in full before the start of your first academic year or in two instalments, spread out across the academic year. The dates of these instalments will be determined by when your course starts.
What do fees include?
Fees cover the cost of all tuition and access to the University’s IT infrastructure and library learning resources. Fees are presented for the first level of study which equates to two terms.
What other costs should I budget for?
You will need to budget additional funds for accommodation and living expenses, travel, and any additional trips, visits, activities or courses that you choose to participate in outside of the tuition offered as part of your course.
The library holds a limited number of copies of core textbooks and where possible in e-format. You will be encouraged to purchase your own textbooks and will need to budget approximately £80-£100 per year, depending on your course.
How you'll learn
At Regent's, you’ll have the freedom to explore your interests in a dynamic, supportive and collaborative environment with interactive classes, industry opportunities, specialist facilities and tailored careers advice – ensuring you develop the skills, experience and confidence to progress into industry with confidence.
You’ll pair academic knowledge with hands-on experiences – exploring current issues and proposing solutions to real challenges. Classes incorporate:
- Seminars and guest lectures
- Practical workshops
- Collaboration and groupwork
- Practical demonstrations
Based in London, you'll also have opportunities to meet industry leaders and employers through guest lectures, live briefs, events and field trips.
Contact hours
8-15 hours per week of timetabled classes.
Teaching staff
You'll be taught by film directors, editors, writers and production specialists who have extensive global experience. Our staff have won Oscar nominations, collaborated on international feature films and award-winning documentaries, had work screened at the Superbowl and the British Film Institute (BFI). Their knowledge and experience ensure classes are always shaped by the latest technologies and trends. You’ll also:
- Attend guest lectures with leading businesses and brands
- Be allocated a personal tutor, who you’ll meet with regularly on a one-to-one basis
Independent learning
Throughout your time at Regent’s, you'll be expected to undertake extra reading, research, revision and reflection – working alone and collaboratively with classmates.
Method of assessment
Your knowledge and skills will be assessed via a range of task-based projects, reports, campaigns, data collection, briefs and more – ensuring your learning is always:
- Inclusive – fostering a student-focused approach
- Engaging – encouraging interaction and participation
- Authentic – based on real business challenges
Disability support
We welcome and support students with a wide range of disabilities and health concerns. Please speak to us as soon as possible, so we can provide the help you need.
Academic requirements: Level 7
We're interested in your potential, as well as your prior achievements – and we review each application comprehensively on its own merit. You'll need one of the following qualifications:
- Minimum second class UK undergraduate degree
- Equivalent international qualifications, as deemed acceptable by Admissions & UK ENIC
Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning
We also welcome applications from students who don't meet our usual entry requirements. To be accepted for exceptional entry, you must:
- Have three years of work experience if you don't hold a degree
You'll need to provide us with:
- Your current CV
- A headed employment letter detailing your position and length of service
- A headed reference letter
- A personal statement outlining your experience and ambitions
This will be assessed on a case-by-case basis, by academic referral only.
English language requirements
Minimum English proficiency requirement through one of the following qualifications (or equivalent):
| Qualification | Subject | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| GSCE* | English | C (4) |
| IB SL or HL* | English A | 4 |
| IB HL* | English B | 5 |
| US HSD (studied in a majority English-speaking country)* | Grade 11 and above in English | C |
| IELTS* | Academic | Overall score of 6.5, with 5.5 or above in each component |
| UG degree | From English-speaking countries – defined by the UKVI | Second class |
Please note, we do not accept home/online editions of English language tests.
*Qualification satisfies the English language requirements of the UKVI for non-UK/Irish nationals.
We also offer conditional students a free, online diagnostic test known as the Regent’s English Proficiency Test (REPT). This must be booked in advance. Discover more.
Careers
You’ll not only graduate with a high-quality product for the short film festival market, but also the skills, knowledge, networks and business mindset for future projects – whether you plan to fund a new feature film, launch your own production company, set yourself up as a freelancer, or work towards getting an agent. Roles include:
- Production managers
- Directors
- Cinematographers
- Screenwriters
- Editors
- Audio specialists
- Colourists
We maintain strong relationships with our graduates, who work in a wide variety of roles at institutions including:.
- Media Coordinator at Warner Brothers
- Acquisitions and Development Manager at Bankside Films
- Marketing Manager at Echo Rights
- Executive Producer at Wave Studios
- Senior Content Creator at Zeno Group
- Producer at Cornel Moesli Productions
- Camera Operator with the GTC Guild
- Head of Stage at New Wimbledon Theatre
- Global Senior Digital Marketing Manager at Marine Stewardship Council
- Producer at Myth Studio
- Business Development Manager at Apple
- Senior Video Editor AT Peloton
- Film Director at Filmland
- Writer and Director at Almost Blue Films
- Presenter at Sky
- Audio Producer at Forever Audio
Graduate visa
After you've completed your course, you may be eligible to apply for a Graduate visa. This enables you to work or look for work in the UK for up to two years after you leave Regent's, without the pressure of having to secure a job immediately.
Careers support
Don't worry if you feel overwhelmed – our Careers, Enterprise and Industry team are here to provide personalised advice and access to resources for life!
- 24/7 access to online guidance and resources
- Exclusive internships, networking opportunities and industry events
- Personalised consultations – from interview and CV prep to business advice
- Access to Handshake, connecting you with 650k+ global employers.
The course modules
We've designed our curriculum for you – expanding your knowledge, skills and thinking with three building blocks:
- Subject Core
- Special Electives
- Common modules
Read more about how you'll learn and view a list of Special Electives. Please note, all Special Electives are subject to availability.
Full-time
You can choose to start in either September or January. No matter which you choose, you’ll complete three terms. For September starters, these are autumn, spring and summer, lasting 12 months. January starters take a break over the summer and complete an additional autumn term. Therefore, this lasts slightly longer: 16 months.
The structure below depicts a September start. January starters will complete the same modules, but in a slightly different order.
View your academic calendar.
Part-time
You can choose to start in either September or January. No matter which you choose, you’ll complete six terms working part-time across two years.
The structure below depicts a September start. January starters will complete the same modules, but in a slightly different order.
View your academic calendar.
MA Film Production and Marketing – full time
Term 1
| Module title | |
|---|---|
| Genre Film | Work in groups to realise a short genre film, taking on specific roles in order to bring scripts to the screen. By working together, you'll gain valuable insights into the working practices of your peers, appreciate the possibilities and restrictions of interpreting the written word for the screen, and develop insights into the importance of collaboration in bringing a creative project to the market. |
| Development and Pitching | Guide a short film concept through the processes of development and refinement into an engaging pitch ready for selection. Centred on a residential trip to an internationally recognised film festival, this process will culminate in a pitch presentation, where you'll aim to get your project selected and ‘greenlit.’ Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to create a crowdfunding campaign to build an audience and secure funding. Throughout the module, you'll enhance your skills in idea development, communication, branding, marketing and delivering an effective pitch. You'll also gain a deeper understanding of the professional standards required for story development and the packaging of short films for the film industry market. |
| Masters Perspectives | This module will develop your advanced academic skills as you grow as an independent thinker and researcher. Through the distinct lens of your subject field, you will explore advanced critical thinking and analytical skills, and develop your ability to communicate complex ideas, develop research questions and plan to reach ambitious objectives with maximum impact and clarity. |
| Language or Special Elective | Choose between a language module or an elective module. Scroll to the top of the page to find a link to our full list. |
Term 2
| Module title | |
|---|---|
| Major Project Part 1 – Major Film Principal Photography | Take on a core role in the production of a short film and a secondary role on another live creative project. You'll gain experience and insights into how a professional crew operates and the differences between primary and secondary roles. Primary creative filmmaker roles may include Director, DOP, Sound Recording, Art Director, Camera Operator and Gaffa. Primary producing and marketing roles may include Producer and Production Manager. Secondary creative filmmaker roles may include 1st or 2nd C, Boom Operation, Spark and Grip. Secondary producing and marketing roles may include 1st Ad and Script Supervisor. |
| Pre-Production for the Major Film | Develop a comprehensive understanding of the processes that shape a film before the cameras start rolling. Working from the project developed in the previous term, you'll learn how to create detailed preproduction documents from shot lists, storyboards and production schedules, while coordinating between departments to ensure smooth execution. You'll explore the intricacies of budgeting, location scouting, casting and legal requirements – and gain insights into the creative and logistical challenges of working with directors, producers and other key collaborators. Additionally, you'll analyse the role of preproduction in shaping the final product and how effective planning can prevent costly delays during shooting. By the end of the module, you'll have a robust set of skills that will prepare you to contribute to any film project during the critical pre-production phase. |
| Language or Special Elective | Choose between a language module or an elective module. Scroll to the top of the page to find a link to our full list. |
Term 3
| Module title | |
|---|---|
| Major Project Part 2 – Post-production Specialism Major Film | Focus on one area of post-production and work in that specialism in the completion of your major project. You'll gain experience and insights into how a professional production is managed through the post-production pipeline, planning and executing any required reshoots and pickups. You'll learn and demonstrate your understanding of deliverables and crafting a narrative with specialist knowledge in a particular post-production field, such as: Editor, Edit Assistant, Colour Grading, Sound Design, titles and digital FXs. |
| Marketing and Distribution | Develop a comprehensive marketing strategy for your short film, including crafting a festival plan and a complementary distribution strategy to ensure your film reaches its intended audience. You'll research, evaluate and position your work within the professional standards of the film industry. Through this process, you'll learn how to brand your film, build valuable industry connections and market it effectively. Ultimately, you'll create a festival release strategy, gaining a solid understanding of industry requirements and how to navigate them. Alongside this, you'll explore alternative distribution models and develop a tailored release strategy for your film. This module will help you enhance your skills in marketing, communication and the art of "selling" your film, while deepening your understanding of film festivals and the distribution landscape for short films. |
| Professional Perspectives | This module will help you to define and develop your professional identity and build career objectives. You'll explore the skills you need to succeed in the contemporary workplaces (including large organisations and start-ups), explore professional communications, project management, collaboration, entrepreneurial and creative thinking, active personal and professional reflection. You’ll also learn strategies for how to plan your career, aware that concepts of work will become increasingly more fluid as time goes on. |
MA Film Production and Marketing – part time
Term 1
| Module title | |
|---|---|
| Genre Film | Work in groups to realise a short genre film, taking on specific roles in order to bring scripts to the screen. By working together, you'll gain valuable insights into the working practices of your peers, appreciate the possibilities and restrictions of interpreting the written word for the screen, and develop insights into the importance of collaboration in bringing a creative project to the market. |
| Masters Perspectives | This module will develop your advanced academic skills as you grow as an independent thinker and researcher. Through the distinct lens of your subject field, you will explore advanced critical thinking and analytical skills, and develop your ability to communicate complex ideas, develop research questions and plan to reach ambitious objectives with maximum impact and clarity. |
Term 2
| Module title | |
|---|---|
| Language or Special Elective | Choose between a language module or an elective module. Scroll to the top of the page to find a link to our full list. |
| Pre-Production for the Major Film | Develop a comprehensive understanding of the processes that shape a film before the cameras start rolling. Working from the project developed in the previous term, you'll learn how to create detailed preproduction documents from shot lists, storyboards and production schedules, while coordinating between departments to ensure smooth execution. You'll explore the intricacies of budgeting, location scouting, casting and legal requirements – and gain insights into the creative and logistical challenges of working with directors, producers and other key collaborators. Additionally, you'll analyse the role of preproduction in shaping the final product and how effective planning can prevent costly delays during shooting. By the end of the module, you'll have a robust set of skills that will prepare you to contribute to any film project during the critical pre-production phase. |
Term 3
| Module title | |
|---|---|
| Marketing and Distribution | Develop a comprehensive marketing strategy for your short film, including crafting a festival plan and a complementary distribution strategy to ensure your film reaches its intended audience. You'll research, evaluate and position your work within the professional standards of the film industry. Through this process, you'll learn how to brand your film, build valuable industry connections and market it effectively. Ultimately, you'll create a festival release strategy, gaining a solid understanding of industry requirements and how to navigate them. Alongside this, you'll explore alternative distribution models and develop a tailored release strategy for your film. This module will help you enhance your skills in marketing, communication and the art of "selling" your film, while deepening your understanding of film festivals and the distribution landscape for short films. |
| Professional Perspectives | This module will help you to define and develop your professional identity and build career objectives. You'll explore the skills you need to succeed in the contemporary workplaces (including large organisations and start-ups), explore professional communications, project management, collaboration, entrepreneurial and creative thinking, active personal and professional reflection. You’ll also learn strategies for how to plan your career, aware that concepts of work will become increasingly more fluid as time goes on. |
Term 4
| Module title | |
|---|---|
| Development and Pitching | Guide a short film concept through the processes of development and refinement into an engaging pitch ready for selection. Centred on a residential trip to an internationally recognised film festival, this process will culminate in a pitch presentation, where you'll aim to get your project selected and ‘greenlit.’ Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to create a crowdfunding campaign to build an audience and secure funding. Throughout the module, you'll enhance your skills in idea development, communication, branding, marketing and delivering an effective pitch. You'll also gain a deeper understanding of the professional standards required for story development and the packaging of short films for the film industry market. |
| Language or Special Elective | Choose between a language module or an elective module. Scroll to the top of the page to find a link to our full list. |
Term 5
| Module title | |
|---|---|
| Major Project Part 1 – Major Film Principal Photography | Take on a core role in the production of a short film and a secondary role on another live creative project. You'll gain experience and insights into how a professional crew operates and the differences between primary and secondary roles. Primary creative filmmaker roles may include Director, DOP, Sound Recording, Art Director, Camera Operator and Gaffa. Primary producing and marketing roles may include Producer and Production Manager. Secondary creative filmmaker roles may include 1st or 2nd C, Boom Operation, Spark and Grip. Secondary producing and marketing roles may include 1st Ad and Script Supervisor. |
Term 6
| Module title | |
|---|---|
| Major Project Part 2 – Post-production Specialism Major Film | Focus on one area of post-production and work in that specialism in the completion of your major project. You'll gain experience and insights into how a professional production is managed through the post-production pipeline, planning and executing any required reshoots and pickups. You'll learn and demonstrate your understanding of deliverables and crafting a narrative with specialist knowledge in a particular post-production field, such as: Editor, Edit Assistant, Colour Grading, Sound Design, titles and digital FXs. |