DMU International Film Production MA Scholarships

The DMU Global Access Scholarship gives eligible international students, including Indian students, a £3,000 tuition fee reduction on postgraduate taught courses such as the MA International Film Production for 2026/27 entry, awarded automatically if the deposit is paid before DMU's deposit deadline.

About the Scholarship

The Global Access Scholarship is a tuition fee reduction offered by De Montfort University (DMU) in Leicester, UK, to eligible international students joining a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate taught degree. This page covers the MA International Film Production (course code P31371), a one-year full-time master's course. There is no separate scholarship form. DMU applies the award when the conditions are met.

Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Scholarship name	Global Access Scholarship
Course covered on this page	MA International Film Production (course code P31371)
Academic year	2026/27 entry
Scholarship provider	De Montfort University, Leicester, UK
Implementing partner	Not applicable
Eligible applicants	International students with overseas fee status who are self-funded
Scholarship amount	£3,000 tuition fee reduction (about Rs 3.8 lakh at recent exchange rates)
Additional discount	£500 Full Fee Payment discount, if full fees are paid before the deposit deadline
Family income limit	Not specified in the verified official sources
Application start date	Not specified in the verified official sources
Last date to apply	Not specified in the verified official sources. The deposit deadline is stated on DMU's international scholarships page or in your award letter
Application mode	Online application for the course. The scholarship is applied automatically
Official application link	MA International Film Production at DMU

Key Highlights

• No separate scholarship application is needed.
• The award is a fee reduction on your tuition, not a cash payment.
• It applies to the first (and only) year of a one-year postgraduate taught course.
• A further £500 discount is available if you pay your full fees before the deposit deadline.
• Students with sponsorship or third-party funding are not eligible.

Program Objectives

DMU says the scholarship rewards eligible international students joining its full-time degrees. It forms part of the university's aim to help international students access the international jobs market through their education.

About the Sponsor and Partner

The scholarship is funded and administered by De Montfort University, a university in Leicester, England. The MA International Film Production sits in DMU's Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Media. No separate implementing partner is named in the official sources.

Academic Eligibility

You must be joining a full-time postgraduate taught course at DMU. For the MA International Film Production, the course entry requirements are:

• A UK 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. DMU considers equivalent qualifications from anywhere in the world.
• If English is not your first language, IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each band, or an equivalent, by the time you start the course.
• A 250-word summary of the film production roles or industry areas that interest you.
• A 400-word proposal for a film you hope to develop on the course, or a portfolio or showreel of relevant work.
• A panel interview with the course team may also be part of admissions.

These are course admission requirements. The scholarship has no separate academic test.

Financial Eligibility

• No family income limit is stated in DMU's scholarship terms.
• Only self-funded students are eligible. A student paying through a repayable loan from a government-backed body, bank or FCA-approved lender counts as self-funded.
• Students with any sponsorship or third-party funding are not eligible.
• You must have no outstanding debt to the university when the scholarship is awarded.

Geographic Eligibility

You must be assessed by DMU as an overseas international student and pay the overseas international tuition fee rate. Indian students applying from India normally fall in this group, but DMU decides each student's fee status.

Restrictions

• You must pay the deposit before the deadline stated on DMU's international scholarships page or in your award letter. A late deposit makes the award invalid.
• The award is not available to students progressing from International Year Zero, International First Year, International Second Year, International Foundation Certificate or Incorporated Master's courses, including DMU International College.
• A student can receive only one DMU scholarship. If you qualify for more than one, DMU awards the one that benefits you most.
• Awards cannot be deferred to another start date, transferred to another person, or exchanged for cash.
• DMU's decisions on eligibility are final.

Scholarship Amount

Eligible students on the MA International Film Production receive a fixed £3,000 reduction in tuition fees, which is about Rs 3.8 lakh at recent exchange rates. The rupee value changes with the exchange rate. The £3,000 applies to postgraduate taught programmes at DMU, except the Global MBA, which has a different amount.

How the Award Works

• It is given as a tuition fee remission, so it reduces your fees and is not paid to you as cash.
• For postgraduate students, it applies in the first year of study. The MA International Film Production is a one-year course.
• It is awarded automatically if you pay the deposit before the deposit deadline.
• If you stop or interrupt your studies before completing your first year, DMU may pro-rate the award based on your last date of attendance.

Full Fee Payment Discount

You can receive an extra £500 discount if you pay your full fees (full tuition minus any eligible scholarship) before the deposit deadline. It applies to the first year only. It can be combined with the Global Access Scholarship but not with other scholarships.

About the Course Experience

These are features of the MA International Film Production course, not part of the scholarship. The course gives access to DMU's Creative Technology Studios and its equipment loans service, including Blackmagic Ursa film cameras. Students can also join DMU Global opportunities. Previous students on this course have visited festivals such as the Berlinale and Raindance. Trips and opportunities can change from year to year.

Documents Required

DMU does not publish a separate document list for the Global Access Scholarship because there is no scholarship application. For the course application, DMU's course page requires:

• Proof of your qualifying degree (a UK 2:2 honours equivalent).
• English language evidence if English is not your first language (IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each band, or an equivalent).
• A 250-word summary of the film production roles or industry areas that interest you.
• A 400-word film proposal, or a portfolio or showreel of relevant work.

Check DMU's application guidance for any other documents the online portal asks for.

Steps to Apply

1. Read the entry criteria on the MA International Film Production course page.
2. Apply for the course (code P31371) through DMU's international application route, using the guidance linked on that page.
3. Submit your 250-word summary and your 400-word proposal or portfolio with your application.
4. Check the deposit deadline on DMU's Global Access Scholarship page or in your award letter.
5. Pay the deposit before that deadline. The scholarship is then applied automatically.
6. If you want the extra £500 discount, pay your full fees before the deposit deadline.

Selection Process

There is no separate selection round for the scholarship. DMU awards it automatically to eligible international students who pay the deposit on time. Your course application is assessed separately against the entry criteria, and a panel interview with the course team may be part of that. DMU makes the final decision on eligibility.

Sources and Verification

Last verified on: 21 October 2026

The scholarship information on this page was checked against the official sources listed below. Applicants should consult the official notification and application portal for the latest eligibility conditions, required documents, application dates, and programme updates.

Official sources:

1. DMU Global Access Scholarship page
2. DMU International Scholarships Terms and Conditions
3. DMU MA International Film Production course page

Verification scope: The scholarship amount, the automatic award rule, the deposit condition, eligibility and restrictions, and the course entry requirements and start date were checked. The deposit deadline and deposit amount were not stated in the sources reviewed, so they are not listed here.

Important: Scholarship conditions and deadlines can change. If any information differs between this page and a newer official notification, applicants should follow the latest applicable official instructions and contact the scholarship provider for clarification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for the DMU Global Access Scholarship?

International students with overseas fee status who are self-funded can receive it. You must be joining a full-time postgraduate taught course such as the MA International Film Production, and you must pay the deposit before DMU's deadline. Indian students are included if DMU assesses them as overseas international students.

How much is the DMU Global Access Scholarship for the MA International Film Production?

The scholarship is £3,000 off your tuition fees, about Rs 3.8 lakh at recent exchange rates. This is the amount DMU lists for postgraduate taught courses other than the Global MBA. A further £500 discount is available if you pay your full fees before the deposit deadline.

Do I need to fill a separate scholarship application form?

No, DMU applies the scholarship automatically. You apply for the course, and the scholarship is awarded if you meet the conditions and pay the deposit before the deposit deadline.

What is the last date to get the DMU Global Access Scholarship?

The official sources reviewed do not give a fixed date. DMU says the deadline is the deposit deadline, stated on its international scholarships page or in your award letter. A deposit paid after that date makes the award invalid.

What are the entry requirements for the MA International Film Production at DMU?

You need a UK 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. If English is not your first language, you need IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each band, or an equivalent. You also submit a 250-word summary and a 400-word film proposal, or a portfolio or showreel.

Can I get the scholarship if I have a sponsor or an education loan?

Sponsored or third-party funded students are not eligible. A repayable loan from a government-backed body, bank or FCA-approved lender still counts as self-funded, so a student with such a loan can be eligible.

Can I combine the Global Access Scholarship with other DMU scholarships?

No, a student can receive only one DMU scholarship. If you qualify for more than one, DMU awards the one that benefits you most. The £500 Full Fee Payment discount is the exception, as it can be combined with Global Access.

Is the scholarship paid in cash, and does it renew?

No, it is a tuition fee reduction and not a cash payment. For postgraduate students it applies in the first year of study, and the MA International Film Production is a one-year course. It cannot be transferred or deferred.

Does this scholarship apply to September 2027 entry?

The terms reviewed are for 2026/27 entry, and 2027/28 terms were not found on DMU's Global Access page. If you plan to start in September 2027, check DMU's international scholarships page for the terms for that year before you apply.

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