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Screenwriting

Tampere University of Applied Sciences

Develop your writing for film and television

This degree programme is for students who have a devotion to writing for film and television. The Master’s Degree Programme in Screenwriting focuses on developing and processing innovative film scripts.

Type

Master's degree (UAS)

Degree earned

Master of Culture and Arts

Planned duration

1 year

Extent of studies

60 ETCS credits

City

Tampere

Form of learning

Part-time studies

Tuition fee for non-EU/EEA citizens

10800 € per academic year

Link to scholarship programme

NB! Submit a pre-task assignment with your application!

This mid-career Master’s degree requires 2 years (24 months) of work experience after Bachelor’s.

The studies cover all the phases of creative screenwriting process. The programme is hands-on and workshop oriented. Classes are based on students’ own material as a work-in-progress. Reflective and critical approach is practised throughout the programme.

You will be supported to work alongside studies by using an online environment and distance education practices. Links to the global film and TV industry provide opportunities to network with key people and to have feedback on your work.

Besides writing for the film or television industry, you may build a career in other satellite professions, such as producer, script editor, storyliner and script consultant.

Need more information?

You can find all the information on course content, structure of studies and the actual application form in Studyinfo (link below). Please read through carefully before sending in questions. If - however - you have questions regarding the application process, please contact TAMK Admissions: admissions.tamk(at)tuni.fi For questions regarding the content or structure of the programme, please contact Mr. Ari Koivumäki: ari.koivumaki(at)tuni.fi