Immerse yourself in the captivating world of cinema with our comprehensive programme designed for passionate film enthusiasts. This course delves into a diverse range of films, including acclaimed titles like Joker, Get Out, Little Women, Memento, Alien, and La La Land. You'll explore British, American, and international cinema, both independent and mainstream, as well as documentary films.
Develop a keen visual literacy by analysing films' technical construction and storytelling techniques, learning to deconstruct sequences to uncover the subtle strategies filmmakers use to convey meaning and evoke emotions. Beyond theoretical study, you'll gain practical experience in filmmaking, from shooting and editing your own productions to crafting compelling screenplays that bring unique characters and worlds to life.
This course not only nurtures your creative talents but also equips you with analytical and communication skills, providing a strong foundation for further education and careers in journalism, screenwriting, film production, television, advertising, photography, games design, web content creation, and teaching
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.
Our A Level programmes allow you to choose multiple subjects, enabling you to study 3–4 A Levels over two years or combine them with equivalent vocational qualifications, with each subject taught for 4 hours and 30 minutes per week across three separate lessons and your timetable determined by your chosen subjects (provided at the start of the academic year).
Although you are not required to be on campus when you do not have a timetabled lesson, we strongly recommend making effective use of our learning facilities and resources during these periods to stay on top of your work.
Upon completing this course, you’ll be well-prepared to pursue higher education in film studies, media production, or related disciplines at university. This qualification also opens doors to dynamic careers in journalism, screenwriting, film production, television, advertising, photography, games design, web content creation, and teaching. With a strong foundation in both theoretical analysis and practical filmmaking skills, you’ll be equipped to excel in the creative industries.
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