An advanced degree-granting postgraduate program for English-speaking Bachelor's graduates wishing to specialize in audiovisual directing in English in Paris.

The MFA Filmmaking program combines film culture: film history, film analysis and intensive practice: camera, optics, lighting, writing, directing and acting. These skills are put to use in the making of short films, under professional conditions.

Supervised by working professionals, enriched by masterclasses with filmmakers and industry decision-makers, this MFA offers a unique international environment at the heart of the European industry, fostering creation, experimentation and intercultural collaboration.

The program awards a state-recognized Postgraduate (Bac+5) degree recognized by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research.

Program highlights:

• A teaching staff drawn from the professional world
• Professional level productions each year
• A multidisciplinary campus including vfx, 3D Animation and Sound Studios
• Large array of professional equipment in house

A unique learning experience:

The journey of a feature film: In addition to the lectures, workshops and productions : throughout the year, key creatives and technical leads of a feature film offer masterclasses to present their work, at the end of the year students are invited to the film premiere.

This year, the chosen movie is Stéphane Brizé's film UN BON PETIT SOLDAT, which wrapped up filming on July 17, 2025, starring Vincent Lindon and Alba Rohrwacher.

Why choose ESRA MFA Filmmaking program? 

• Exceptional employment rate: 85% of graduates employed one year after graduation.

• Student Film: purchased by TF1!

• A campus combining all audiovisual professions Film, Sound and Animation.

• Networking events for students all year round!

• Carrer Outcomes: Our alumni work with companies such as Gaumont, Pathé, Canal+, Netflix, TF1, FTV, RMC, BFM, WEBEDIA, TRANSPAMEDIA, as well as independent studios and production companies.

• Scholarships available: ESRA offers scholarships and payment plans to allow future filmmakers to find the right program.