OpenFieldDiploma in Screenwriting and Creative Dramaturgy (Drehbuch)
Four-year specialized screenwriting program examining three-act and non-linear narrative structure, character psychology, dialogic rhythm, and television series writer's room dynamics.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- High school completion diploma.
- English language proficiency
- German C1 (native fluency strongly recommended).
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Original 10-page screenplay sample, 2-page feature film treatment, and literary CV.
- Recommendation letters
- Jury writing assessment.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- FFF Bayern script development grants for student projects
- Application fee
- None
- Tuition / joining costs
- €152 semester fee
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Television and Film Munich documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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