Creative Production (Film), MA, Catalyst - Institute for Creative Arts and Technology

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The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
MA	Full-time	1 year	September	EUR 12663 per year	EUR 12663 per year

About Creative Production (Film), MA - at Catalyst - Institute for Creative Arts and Technology

“The film of tomorrow will resemble the person who made it.” – François Truffaut

The MA in Creative Production (Film) is a postgraduate programme for filmmakers and audiovisual artists who want to turn bold ideas into powerful, innovative work. Rooted in a flexible framework of negotiated and self-directed learning, this course is built for those ready to explore their cinematic voice, challenge their craft and rethink the boundaries of storytelling.

At the heart of the programme is your own evolving research question – one that you’ll investigate through a series of creative, theoretical and technical projects. You’ll engage in rigorous practice-based research, supported by seminars, workshops, supervision, and Catalyst’s professional filmmaking facilities. Your journey is supported, but not prescribed: the aim is not to deliver answers, but to spark curiosity, deepen creative inquiry and offer tools for transformation – as a director, producer, editor, writer, cinematographer, or interdisciplinary maker.

Throughout the programme, you’ll take part in collaborative workshops in cinematography, directing, editing, sound, post-production and screenwriting. Alongside these, thematic sessions in areas such as creative nonfiction, hybrid cinema, representation and expanded media will help you situate your work within a wider artistic and political context.

Whether you’re rethinking genre, exploring new forms, or developing a deeply personal vision, this programme offers the space, support and challenge to bring your next body of work to life – and redefine what cinema can be.

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Fees, Funding and Scholarships at Catalyst - Institute for Creative Arts and Technology

For Bachelor’s, €6,000 scholarships available – applied across all three years (€2,000/year)

Early enrolment bonus - apply early to save €3,000 off your total tuition

- For Master’s, €2,000 scholarships available

Early enrolment bonus - apply early to save €1,000 off your total tuition

Scholarships & financial support - all courses

Flexible plans: Monthly and extended payment options available
Eligible for BAföG and other national funding schemes

Student reviews of Catalyst - Institute for Creative Arts and Technology

Find out what students say about Catalyst - Institute for Creative Arts and Technology

School of Music & Sound testimonials

“The school has contributed enormously to my creative growth. Nothing is better than being able to spend three years on your craft and nothing but that.”
– Rowan Edwards aka Gozi, pop artist and EMP alumnus

“The best three years of my life. This place is magic! Tutors are always there to help – the school is full of inspiring and supportive people. It helps you to understand who you are as an artist or sound engineer, teaches you how to be systematic, how to work with other artists and how to become a professional.”
– Anita Wenglorz, music producer and CAP alumnus

“Most importantly, it is what you do with the resources that are given to you that makes each study experience unique. This is a space where you have a certain autonomy and can explore your creative desires. You're in charge!”
– Pablo Diserens aka Ōtone, music producer and Creative Production (Music) MA alum

School of Film & Visual Media testimonials

“Studying here was nothing short of amazing and to throw all of my talents and passions into one medium was magical.”
– Adam Munnings, filmmaker and Film Production alumnus

“Our tutors have really pushed us to advance our skills and techniques, as well as encouraged us to forge the pathway we think best suits our desires as artists.”
– Marlee Weinberg, Visual Effects alumna

“I liked the idea of working toward my own unique vision – with some guidance from the tutors – as opposed to creating projects that had to fit certain criteria.”
– Jennifer Jo Stokka, creative producer, writer and Creative Production (Film) alumna

School of Acting testimonials

“I love that we're treated like we are already working in the industry… You learn the hard way what needs to be done and what you can expect when stepping out of the Funkhaus with a degree in your hand.”
– Julie Kjær, actor and Acting alumna

“There are endless opportunities to collaborate with like-minded people… All of this allows you to form friendships and professional connections that will stand the test of time.”
– Giulio Brizzi, actor and Acting alumnus