Overview
In partnership with Robert McKee, the world’s most in demand screenwriting expert, we’re proud to offer one student a screenwriting scholarship – with £7,000 towards their fees and free entry to the London Screenwriters’ Festival, the annual festival of screenwriters and filmmakers held at Regent’s University London.
| Type of funding | Scholarship |
|---|---|
| How many offered? | One per term – reviewed annually. |
| Reward amount | £7,000 towards fees for each year of study. A complimentary place at the London Screenwriters’ Festival, whenever it’s hosted at Regent's University London. A leading role in Film, Acting and Screenwriting events at Regent’s. |
| Level of study | Undergraduate |
| Nationality | All nationalities |
| Courses | BA (Hons) Screenwriting and Producing and BA (Hons) Screenwriting and Producing with Foundation. |
| Criteria | Complete the task set out in the How to apply section. |
| Application deadline | 30 November (January entry) and 31 July (September entry). |
Robert McKee
Robert McKee, a Fulbright Scholar, is the most sought-after screenwriting lecturer around the globe – having dedicated 30 years to educating and mentoring screenwriters, poets, novelists, playwrights, documentary makers, producers and directors internationally.
McKee’s former students include over 60 Academy Award winners, 200 Academy Award nominees, 200 Emmy Award winners, 1000 Emmy Award nominees, 100 WGA (Writers Guild of America) Award winners, 250 WGA Award nominees, 50 DGA (Directors Guild of America) Award winners and 100 DGA Award nominees.
How to apply
Please complete the following task and send your statement and script as attachments to [email protected].
Please include your full name, nationality and student number within the email.
Submit a short film script
Please submit a short film script, in correct screenplay formatting, of up to five minutes (five pages) in length. The script should be a stand alone story rather than an excerpt from a longer piece and the subject matter and storyline can be entirely of your own devising. We're looking for engaging, original ideas showcasing your imagination and writing skills.
If your application is shortlisted
If shortlisted, you'll be invited to interview (face-to-face or online) with members of the Screenwriting and Producing team at Regent’s. You'll be asked to discuss your short script as well as wider questions about your background and ambitions.
