Program Overview

BA (Hons) Filmmaking Top-Up

Overview

The BA (Hons) Filmmaking Top-Up course is a one-year programme designed for students who have already completed a foundation degree, HND, or equivalent qualification in a relevant field. The course aims to deepen students’ understanding of filmmaking, enhance their technical skills, and prepare them for a professional career in the film industry. The program offers a blend of practical and theoretical learning, with a focus on developing students’ individual voice as filmmakers.

Why Take the Course?

• Advanced Skills Development: Students will enhance their filmmaking skills, building on their previous studies.
• Industry Preparation: The course prepares students for a career in the film industry, focusing on real-world practices and networking opportunities.
• Creative Freedom: The program allows students to explore their creative potential, with opportunities to specialise in areas such as directing, producing, cinematography, or editing.

Module Overview

Level 6 (Top-Up)

The BA (Hons) Filmmaking Top-Up course at Screen and Film School is a one-year programme designed for students advancing from a foundation degree or HND.

It focuses on enhancing practical filmmaking skills, with core studies in pre-production, production, and a significant research project. Students also choose from various specialised modules to tailor their experience, including cinematography, post-production editing and grading, sound recording, production design, visual effects, and film business strategies.

These modules aim to prepare students for professional roles in the film industry, equipping them with expert-level knowledge and skills.

Teaching, Learning & Assessment

We include a diverse range of teaching methods which include:

• Productions
• Seminar-style Group Teaching
• Tutorials
• Practical Group Work
• Formative Feedback through Critiques, Pitches, Screenings, and Reflective Sessions
• Work-integrated Learning
• Authentic Assessment

We use a wide range of assessment which include portfolios, performances, research, presentations, and reflective work.

Entry Requirements

• Completion of Level 5 Qualification: Higher National Diploma, FdA, FdSC or equivalent in a similar subject.
• UCAS Tariff: 64 points
• A-Level: CC
• Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: MPP
• GCSE: Three GCSEs at a minimum grade C/4, including English Language or Level 2 Equivalents
• IELTS: 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 to be achieved in each band

UK applicants need to apply through UCAS using codes:

• Course code: W610
• Institution code: B39 (BIMM University)
• Campus name: MetFilm School Brighton (Campus Code is 5), MetFilm School Birmingham (Campus Code is 3), or MetFilm School Manchester (Campus Code is 4).

Applicants may also provide an equivalent Level 3 qualification such as a Baccalaureate or International Baccalaureate.

Equipment Requirements

For more information, please check Equipment in the Study with Us section for your chosen course, and the Location sections for the range of Equipment and Learning Resources available on each of our campuses.

Application Information

For more information on BA (Hons) Filmmaking Top-Up entry requirements, language requirements, funding, and the application process please visit:

• Study with Us

Dates & Prices

The prices below cover the duration of the course. Please select the course location.

• Birmingham
  • £9,535 – UK Students
  • £9,535** – EU/EEA Students
  • £15,950** – International Students
• Brighton
  • £9,535 – UK Students
  • £9,535** – EU/EEA Students
  • £15,950** – International Students
• Manchester
  • £9,535 – UK Students
  • £9,535** – EU/EEA Students
  • £15,950** – International Students
• Berlin
  • €11,950 – EU/EEA Students
  • €16,950** – International Students

EU/EEA students with settled status.International students or EU/EEA students without settled status.

International students who require a VISA to study in the UK are also welcome to apply for this course directly through our website. Applicants must meet the requirements set by UKVI.