Film studies is a modern academic course designed to deepen your understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of films. Joker, Get Out, Little Women, Memento, Alien and La La Land are just some of the new specification films available to study on this popular course.
You will explore British, American and world cinema releases, both independent and mainstream, as well as documentary films, becoming extremely visually literate as you learn to analyse films in terms of their technical construction and storytelling methods.
You will learn to deconstruct film sequences, discovering the subtle strategies filmmakers use to create meaning and emotional response for audiences. You will have the opportunity to become skilled filmmakers, shooting and editing your own productions, or develop the craft of writing screenplays, creating characters and worlds scene by scene.
You will need 5 GCSEs at grade 4-9, including English Language.
| Study level | Cost | Additional fees |
|---|---|---|
| 16-18 | Free | You will need to provide your own stationery and you will be given the opportunity to take part in trips and visits. |
English and Maths are important life skills that will help you to achieve your best in your studies and progress to your dream career. If you have not already achieved grade 9-4 in GCSE Maths and/ or English at school, we will support you to improve your skills.
Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm. Days and times of study are subject to change. Timetables are confirmed at the start of term.
Studying film enhances skills in analysis, communication, and practical production, resulting in a range of transferable skills valued by universities and employers alike. It is a highly respected academic subject that provides a very strong foundation for degree level study and employers also appreciate the breadth of analytical, research, communication, organisational, technical and creative skills the subject gives you.
The subject has led to students continuing their education at university and following careers in journalism, screenwriting, film production, the television industry, advertising, photography, games design, web content production and teaching.
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