BA (Hons) Editing and Post Production
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
BA (Hons) Editing and Post Production
Course Overview
The BA (Hons) Editing and Post Production course at Ravensbourne University London is designed for film and video enthusiasts who wish to hone their editing and storytelling skills in order to thrive in the post-production sector.
Ideal for...
Film and video enthusiasts who wish to hone their editing and storytelling skills in order to thrive in the post-production sector.
Course Details
- Starts: Sep 2025
- Duration: 3 years
- Mode: Full time
- UCAS code: PJ90
- Fees: UK: £9,535 (2025/26) / INT: £17,000 (2025/26)
Course Description
This reputable film editing course in London will equip you with everything you need to excel in post production and find rewarding careers within the film industry. You will develop a diverse skillset across the post-production spectrum, including visual effects, colour grading, audio post, screen graphics, shoot and edit, and broadcast technology.
Key Study Topics
- Editing, craft and technical
- Compositing and visual effects
- Broadcast technology
- Colour grading
- Post sound
- Typography and graphics
Career Opportunities
Editors and post-production professionals often start work as edit assistants, assistant colourists, data wranglers, trainee visual effects compositors, and machine room technicians. You can progress to roles such as editors, colourists, or compositors in film, TV, and online media.
Entry Requirements
- Two A Levels at grade CC or above
- BTEC Extended Diploma at grade MPP
- UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma
- T Level (pass or above)
- Access to Higher Education Diploma
- International Baccalaureate at grade 24 or above
- Other/Mixed qualifications equivalent to 64 UCAS Tariff points
How to Apply
- UK students: Apply through UCAS
- International students: Apply through the Ravensbourne University London website
Portfolio Review
Admission onto this course is subject to successful review of your portfolio (or showreel). Please provide:
- A showreel of your best post-production work that should run around two minutes (typically showing your editing skills, and may also include VFX, motion graphics, or colour grading)
- Ideally, your showreel will include extracts from a variety of genres
- It would also be useful to include links to entire projects you have edited
Industry Connections
You can’t learn in a vacuum. At Ravensbourne University London, industry connection is ingrained into everything we do. We will equip you for success in the creative and digital industries, ensuring you are truly industry-ready upon graduation. Our tutors are respected academics and practitioners with substantial experience and industry links.
Fees and Funding
Find out more about our tuition fees and whether you qualify for financial support during your studies.
International Students
For information on study routes, visa requirements, studying in England, language and entry requirements, application requirements, and access to international agents, please visit our international section.
Facilities
- TV gallery
- Editing and post-production facilities
- Production control rooms
- Kit Store at Ravensbourne
- Library at Ravensbourne
- iMac suite at Ravensbourne
Unistats Details
- 50% say staff value students' views and opinions about the course
- 82% of students say teaching staff have supported their learning well
- 95% in work or doing further study 15 months after the course
Lecturers
- Richard Hughes
- Greg Loftin
- Caroline Orme
- Phillippa Beasley-Swanson
Alumni Stories
- Rafael Bettega
- Dominic Phipps and Beth Roberts
- Fabio Sbordone
Honours Board
- Two films edited by Ravensbourne alumni win awards
- Ravensbourne tutor nominated for BAFTA Cymru
Contact
Ravensbourne University London 6 Penrose Way Greenwich Peninsula London SE10 0EW
Program Outline
Degree Overview
This program is designed for individuals passionate about film and video who want to hone their editing and storytelling skills to thrive in the post-production sector. The curriculum focuses on equipping students with practical knowledge and skills in various post-production areas, including editing, visual effects, color grading, audio post, typography, graphics, and broadcast technology. Students gain hands-on experience working with industry-standard software and equipment while collaborating with peers on real-world projects.
Key Objectives:
- Develop advanced editing and storytelling skills.
- Master post-production technology and workflows.
- Gain practical experience in various post-production disciplines.
- Build a strong portfolio of creative work.
- Prepare for a successful career in post-production.
Outline
Year 1:
- Focuses on foundational knowledge in post-production technology, broadcast technology, communication, visualization, and the post-production industry.
- Encourages students to begin their contextual studies research.
- Possible modules include Storytelling Crafts, Motion and Effects, Craft Editing, Post technology, Professional Life Practice: Moving Images Industries, and Professional Life Practice: Storytelling on Screen.
Year 2:
- Delves deeper into the craft of editing, technical workflows, and online processes.
- Provides opportunities for students to develop their ideas and entrepreneurial skills.
- Includes industry experience through work placements and collaboration with other students on projects.
- Possible modules include Cut Drama, Cut Documentary, Professional Life Practice: "Applying your Practice," Work-based learning, and Elective modules.
Year 3:
- Refines high-end professional skills and prepares students for the industry.
- Culminates in the creation of a final major project portfolio showcasing their work.
- Encourages students to present their contextual studies research in a long-form dissertation.
- Possible modules include Online, Professional Life Practice: Passion Project, Portfolio, and Showtime.
Assessment
Assessment methods vary depending on modules and may include:
- Editing and post-production exercises
- Practical projects
- Portfolios
- Written assignments
- Presentations
- Examinations
- Technical proficiency
- Creativity and originality
- Storytelling ability
- Critical thinking
- Professionalism
Teaching
The program is taught by industry professionals and experienced academics. The teaching methods incorporate a blend of:
- Problem-based learning
- Practical workshops
- Lectures
- Masterclasses
- Guest speakers
- Independent study Students have access to industry-standard facilities and equipment, including:
- Editing suites
- Audio post studios
- Color grading suites
- Motion graphics labs
- Broadcast studios
Careers
Graduates from this program are well-equipped to pursue careers within the post-production industry. Potential career paths could include:
- Editors
- Colorists
- VFX artists
- Motion graphics artists
- Sound designers
- Production managers
- Post-production supervisors
- Freelance editors The program prepares students for employment in various media sectors, including:
- Film and television
- Advertising
- Online media
- Corporate video production
- Music videos
- The program has strong industry connections, providing students with opportunities for networking and potential employment.
- Students have access to a wide range of support services, including careers advice, academic support, and personal counseling.
