Film and Television Studies Master of Research - MRes

Develop your knowledge of the film and televisions sectors through:


- your own unique research


- a series of taught modules, chosen according to your research needs.


Research support and specialisation
You'll receive expert supervision and guidance from our experienced staff as well as dedicated training in research skills. Our main areas of research specialisation include:


• US film and television



• Hollywood studies



• East Asian and global cinema



- new media, industrial and audience analysis


- film and television history


Why do an MRes?
The MRes is a substantial piece of original work and can be ideal if:


- you cannot commit to a PhD but still have a topic you want to research further


- your topic doesn't require three-years of PhD study


- you want to develop your research and academic skills before starting a PhD


Industry links
The department spearheads the University of Nottingham’s lead higher education partnership with the British Film Institute and collaborates with local media institutions such as the Broadway Cinema (the regional film theatre).

It also has strong links with Hollywood studios (such as Walt Disney Company) with unique internship opportunities available.

Building on its close industry connections, the department is home to the Institute for Screen Industries Research.

Your department


• Department of Cultural, Media and Visual Studies



- 90% of our research environment has been evaluated as ‘world leading’ in the Research Excellence Framework 2021.


• A strong interdisciplinary and international perspective.