Film and Media Studies
| Insitution: | Budapest Metropolitan University |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Art and Creative Industries |
| Course / programme name: | Film and Media Studies |
| Branch of Science: | Art Education |
| Level of studies: | Bachelor |
| Qualification: | Film and Media Specialist |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Duration of the course / programme: | 6 semsters semesters |
| Location/city of the course: | Budapest |
| Study in Hungary link: | https://studyinhungary.hu/institution/budapest-metropolitan-university-57.html |
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| State Scholarships | Available |
The Film and Media Studies BA program provides comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge in the fields of motion pictures and media within an international and multicultural atmosphere. During our BA program, students will gain a general insight into the history of motion pictures and film theory studies, along with intensive experience through practical courses in various filmmaking fields such as directing, scriptwriting, cinematography, editing, sound, and production management. In addition to theoretical and practical opportunities, our department offers professional studios equipped with high-quality equipment and post-production software to assist students in their improvements. The language of the courses is English.
By the end of the program, you will have a secure theoretical and practical knowledge of filmmaking and visual communication, enabling you to create independent films and media productions. Due to the extensive practical training, you will surely find the closest role to your personality and interests, be it directing, cinematography, editing, sound, or producer skills. During your studies, you will explore various genres and roles in filmmaking and expand your professional network within the international film industry.
High school / secondary education (or higher)
The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Hungarian.
If the transcript received from your school is not in English/Hungarian, you must have it translated into English and upload the translation together with verified copies of the original version.
A relevant portfolio is required.
Original documents are to be shown as part of the in-person registration process in Budapest.
| Entrance examination: | All applicants have to participate in an online admission interview. A relevant portfolio is required. IMPORTANT: Please attach a short description of your works. In case of teamwork or derivative works please mention your exact contribution to the project. • 2. A short Letter of Motivation in which the applicant informs us about the reasons for choosing to study Animation at our institution. • 3. A narrative Curriculum Vitae in which the applicant shows us their educational background and hig |
| Entrance type: | oral |
| Minimum level of language proficiency (oral): | Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 5.5+ or TOEFL 69+ Intermediate command of English is required. All applicants have to participate in an online admission interview. |
| Minimum level of language proficiency (written): | Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 5.5+ or TOEFL 69+ Intermediate command of English is required. All applicants have to participate in an online admission interview. |
| Place of examination: | online |
all applicants have to participate in an online admission interview. During this interview, you will need to prove your language skills and the admission committee will make their admission decision based on this. If you do not reach the necessary language level, you will not be granted direct admission for your chosen program, even if you have a previously obtained language certificate.
Applicants who do not meet the minimum language requirements, but are eligible for the English Language Preparatory Program, will be offered to start their studies with the preparatory program . A relevant portfolio is required.IMPORTANT: Please attach a short description of your works. In case of teamwork or derivative works please mention your exact contribution to the project.
• 2. A short Letter of Motivation in which the applicant informs us about the reasons for choosing to study Animation at our institution.
• 3. A narrative Curriculum Vitae in which the applicant shows us their educational background and highlights the most important events of their life.
• 4. Please include a Statement of Ownership that verifies that all the materials included in the portfolio were created by you alone. In the case of collective work, please clearly indicate your personal contribution to the given project(s).
Every written material should be sent in PDF format.
| Contact person name: | |
| Contact person job position: | |
| Contact e-mail: | international@metropolitan.hu |
| Contact website: | https://www.metubudapest.hu/programs/film-and-media-studies-ba |
| Contact person name: | Fatima Weininger-Hollósi |
| Contact person job position: | international coordinator |
| Contact e-mail: | erasmus@metropolitan.hu |
| Contact website: | https://apply.stipendiumhungaricum.hu/admin/courses/index/ |
| Availability of preparatory year in the Stipendium Hungaricum programme: | no |
| Availability of specialisation year in the Stipendium Hungaricum programme: | no |
| Min. students | 2 |
| Max. students | 4 |
