Filmmaking (Cinematography) MA

MA Filmmaking (Cinematography) is designed for filmmakers who want to develop a distinctive visual voice while gaining professional-level technical expertise.


• On this practice-led pathway, you will work as a cinematographer across a range of collaborative film productions, developing advanced skills in camera, lighting, and visual storytelling.



• Through hands-on workshops, production projects and critical reflection, you’ll learn how to translate ideas, scripts and emotions into powerful cinematic images.



• Based in London, you’ll study in purpose-built film and media facilities, working closely with directors, producers and editors on films that reflect contemporary cinematic practice and creative experimentation.



• Goldsmiths has a long-standing reputation for creative risk-taking, critical thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration. As a cinematography student, you’ll benefit from an environment that encourages both technical excellence and artistic experimentation.



• You’ll work on multiple productions throughout the year, gaining experience across different genres, formats and visual approaches. The course emphasises collaboration as it happens in the real world — cinematographers working closely with directors, producers and sound designers from development through to final delivery.



• This is a practice-led course, with a strong emphasis on learning through making. You’ll spend much of your time in workshops, studios and on location, applying skills directly to live film projects.



• You’ll have access to professional-standard film and production facilities, including industry-standard camera and lighting equipment, sound stages and post-production suites. These resources support ambitious student projects and allow you to work in conditions that closely reflect professional filmmaking environments.



• You can choose to upgrade your degree to an MFA by completing a second year of study. During this time, you will work on an Independent Practice Project.



• By the end of the programme, you’ll graduate with a strong portfolio of work that demonstrates your visual sensibility, technical competence and ability to work professionally within a film crew.



• Media, Communications and Cultural Studies at Goldsmiths has been ranked second in the UK for 'world-leading or internationally excellent' research (Research Excellence Framework, 2021) and 16th in the world (third in the UK) in the 2024 QS World Rankings for communication and media studies.