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Study a Master's in Documentary Filmmaking
Whether you're beginning your journey into nonfiction filmmaking or looking to deepen an existing practice, our Master's programmes offer a unique combination of creative freedom, critical inquiry, and hands-on industry experience. Based in London and connected to the internationally renowned Open City Documentary Festival, you’ll join a vibrant community of filmmakers, researchers, and cultural innovators committed to exploring the world through compelling, socially engaged cinema.
UCL Anthropology offers two distinct postgraduate pathways for those passionate about documentary film:
Both programmes are based at UCL East, a new campus in East London equipped with cutting-edge creative facilities, including edit suites and screening spaces. This inspiring environment fosters collaboration and experimentation, allowing students to fully immerse themselves in the craft and culture of nonfiction storytelling. Whether you're seeking foundational training or looking to develop an advanced, research-driven practice, our courses provide the tools, mentorship, and critical framework to help you bring bold, original documentaries to life.
UCL is ranked #4 in the world for Anthropology in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject (2025).
