Overview

The Documentary Film MA programme at Tallinn University aims to develop the knowledge, skills and first and foremost creative capabilities in the filed of creative documentary. The language of study is English, thus a good command of English is needed.

Why study with us?

First and foremost to develop your professional skills, knowledge base and experience in the field of documentary filmmaking and also to develop your creative capabilities.

The Documentary Film MA curriculum at Tallinn University has a good balance of general speciality courses and practical work, we place great emphasis on creatively finding yourself.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Directing Documentary
Basics of Camera Work
Basic Editing
Basic Sound Recording
Dramaturgy

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-13 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-13 00:00:00 , International

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Applicants from Georgia, Japan and USA: April 13

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

72

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tallinn, Estonia

Disciplines

Film Studies View 3 other Masters in Film Studies in Estonia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

72

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent

A relevant portfolio is required. Creative portfolio presented on a digital platform (Vimeo, personal website, etc.) – the best examples of candidate’s creative works including photographs, short films, videos, essays, scripts, poems, etc.

Curriculum vitae

Letter of motivation (in English)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

4600 EUR / year

≈ 4600 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

4600 EUR / year

≈ 4600 EUR / year

Living costs

Tallinn

Estonia

598 - 948 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Tallinn

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