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ESCAC - Escuela superior de Cinema y Audivisuales de catalunya
Master in Film Directing
- Ireland, USA
- Barcelona, Spain
Master degree
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The master’s degree provides students with the knowledge and techniques required to direct audiovisual works in any format. Students will learn about the director’s job and perform this role and the ones of the other members of the direction department during the preproduction, shooting, and postproduction processes.


ESCAC - Escuela superior de Cinema y Audivisuales de catalunya
Master in Direction
- Ireland, USA
- Barcelona, Spain
Master degree
Full time
9 months
On-Campus
Spanish
The Master in Cinematographic Direction offers you the artistic and technical knowledge of the cinematographic direction necessary for any audiovisual work.


Arizona State University
Theatre (Directing), MFA
- Central City, USA
- Tempe, USA
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Master of Fine Arts in Theatre with a specialization in Directing at ASU is a comprehensive graduate program designed to develop students into skilled and innovative theatre directors. The curricu...
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University of Memphis
Theatre - Directing Concentration, (MFA)
- Memphis, USA
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Master's in Theatre with a Directing Concentration (MFA) program is designed to prepare students for professional careers in theatrical directing by providing comprehensive training in both practi...


American Film Institute Conservatory AFI
Master in Directing
- Los Angeles, USA
Master degree
On-Campus
English
AFI gives Directing Fellows the crucial time, space, and resources to craft their own distinct voice while guaranteeing them the opportunity to direct over the course of two years. In a program that emphasizes visual language and collaboration, Fellows team with other disciplines to shoot three narrative films and produce a thesis film in their final year to create a polished directing portfolio.
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Studying directing at the Master's level in the USA offers a unique blend of creative expression and practical application. You'll engage with a dynamic curriculum that prepares you for various roles in film, theater, and television.
During your program, you'll explore courses in script analysis, cinematography, and production design. Emphasis on collaborative projects and experiential learning fosters independence and prepares you for the challenges of the industry. As you navigate creative processes, you strengthen your adaptability to different directing styles and audience engagement techniques. In this environment, students build confidence as they engage with innovative storytelling methods.
Graduates of a Master's in directing often find careers as film directors, theater producers, or creative directors in various media. The skills you develop—like crafting compelling narratives and leading diverse teams—are highly valued in an increasingly globalized entertainment sector. With the right focus, your work can resonate not just locally but also with international audiences, expanding your career opportunities.