Arctic Indigenous Cinema Master’s Programme

The Arctic Indigenous Cinema Master’s Programme responds to the need for competence building and the development of new talent in Indigenous storytelling, particularly within higher education and the field of audiovisual media. It is a unique programme that combines Indigenous storytelling, filmmaking, and Arctic perspectives through both creative and academic exploration. Admissions opening soon.

Programme Overview:
Degree: Master of Arts (Art and Design)
Duration: 2 years
Application period: September 1–11, 2025 (by 3pm Finnish time)
Results announced: November 20, 2025
Deadline for accepting study place: November 27, 2025
Studies begin: January 2026

What You Will Learn:
Film dramaturgy, narrative forms, and media art
Screenwriting for film and interactive media
Directing and production practices (fiction, documentary, media art)
Artistic skills in filmmaking & audiovisual media
Academic research in Indigenous storytelling

Eligibility Requirements:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in media, visual arts, drama, theatre, journalism, or a related field
Good command of English for academic purposes
Relevant degrees from other fields may also be considered

Blended Learning:
Teaching is delivered partly through distance and hybrid learning, with scheduled intensive on-site sessions in Rovaniemi, Finland.

Link to the Master's programme 

Link to apply for the Master's Programme 

This master’s programme is part of the Interreg Aurora project on Indigenous Digital Storytelling with New Media

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