Budapest Metropolitan University · Hungary
Film and Media Studies
Film history and theory with hands-on courses in directing, scriptwriting, cinematography, editing, sound and production management, in an international group.
- Where
- BudapestHungary
- Degree
- BA
- Length
- 3 years
- Taught in
- English
- Starts
- Autumn 2027
- Apply by
- Not recorded yet
- Admission
- SelectivePortfolio
- EU/EEA fee
- €7,980 a year2026/27
More facts
- Degree
- BA
- Length
- 3 years
- Taught in
- English
- Starts
- Autumn 2027
Deadlines
Not recorded yet
-
6 July 2027*
IB results releasedDetails
After most Hungarian deadlines. You apply on predicted grades and entrance exams, and upload the Diploma once you have it.
Source
* Last year’s date, not yet confirmed.
What it is
The first year covers film history, writing, directing, camera, lighting, editing and sound, with photography, documentary and short fiction projects. In year two you work on fiction scenes and feature films with actor direction, studio and multi-camera work, and short films from scripts developed in dramaturgy classes. Year three is concentrated practical work in writing, directing, editing, sound, music and producing, including preparing pitches for international platforms. Theory in film history, visual analysis and production management runs alongside. You find your role in directing, cinematography, editing, sound or producing, with internships at production companies, festivals and post-production firms.
What you need
- Portfolio, a short motivation letter about your background and why film and media, and a statement of ownership for the work.
Requirements in full
Every IB applicant at Budapest Metropolitan University
No IB points rule: finish secondary school with overall marks above 50%. English is judged in a compulsory online interview (IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL 69 accepted, not required); art degrees need a portfolio.
Check it on apply.metropolitan.hu
How places are decided
- Portfolio with motivation letter and CV, then a compulsory online interview that also checks your English. 2026 criteria; 2027 not yet published.
Sources (3)
- Film and Media Studies at METU — checked 2026-09-30
- Entry requirements
- IB applicants at METU