Master in MA Editing and Post Production

Tuition fees are 24,501 USD per year.

Elevate Your Post-Production Career

The MA Editing and Post-Production course at the University of Hertfordshire is a specialist programme designed to immerse students in the professional realities of the film industry. Offering a blend of creative practice and technical rigour, this course is ideal for those looking to master picture editing, storytelling through the edit, and advanced post-production techniques. With a global reputation—ranked 2nd in the World for Production Excellence in Visual Effects (The Rookies, 2025)—the programme provides a collaborative environment where students work alongside MA Film Production peers, simulating the professional industry workflow.

Distinctive Features

• Specialist Facilities: Learn in our dedicated Walter Murch Post-Production Lab, equipped with industry-standard Avid Media Composer, Baselight colour grading systems, and EditShare MAM.
• Industry Alignment: Benefit from a curriculum designed in consultation with London post-houses, covering everything from ingest, logging, and 4K workflows to on-set post-production, DIT processes, and metadata management.
• Sustainability Focus: Integrated BAFTA albert sustainability certification, ensuring you learn environmentally responsible methods for modern film production.
• Professional Growth: Access to a vast archive of factual and fictional content for practice, plus a professional sound effects library with over 20,000 assets.

The University of Hertfordshire in Hatfield offers a contemporary, career-focused environment for international students. Founded in 1952 and serving around 30,000 students with a significant international community, the university is known for modern campuses, strong industry partnerships, and practical facilities. Its proximity to London and major transport links makes it easy to access internships, cultural events, and employment opportunities across the region.

Academic offerings emphasize applied learning across a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs that blend classroom study with real-world projects. The institution works closely with employers to shape curricula, provide placement schemes, and support entrepreneurship. Research centers and professional accreditation enhance employability, while career services help students prepare for graduate roles in their chosen fields.

Student life at Hertfordshire is lively and supportive, with dedicated services for international arrivals, accommodation assistance, and student societies that reflect diverse interests. Campus facilities include libraries, labs, sports centers, and creative studios to support both study and wellbeing. Prospective international students will find a welcoming community, practical learning pathways, and clear routes to work experience and career development.