Program start date | Application deadline |
2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Filmmaking
BA (Hons)
Attendance
Full-time
Campus
Preston Campus
Start
September 2025
Duration
3 years
UCAS Code
W610
Delivery
In-person
Foundation year available
Study abroad option
Our BA (Hons) Filmmaking degree is a ‘hands-on’ course, focusing on industry practices and conventions. You'll develop transferable skills for the independent film markets.
Why study with us
- 1st in the North West for career prospects
- 1st in the North West for overall score
- 7th in the UK overall
- 2nd in the North West for Student Satisfaction
What you'll do
- We have a well-established track record of delivering successful media students, with three recent Royal Television Society (RTS) awards in as many years. Our graduates feature in many credits of major cinema and TV productions.
- You’ll have 24-hour access to our purpose-built Media Factory and spend time in dedicated edit suites and studios. And a sound stage with greenscreen and motion capture facilities.
- You’ll also learn through film screenings, tutorials and technical workshops.
Modules
Year 1
- Film, Television & Media Culture
- Production Skills
- Introduction to Specialist Production Skills
- Scripts, Treatments and Pitching
Year 2
- Thinking Through Film, Media and TV
- Filmmaking: Advanced Production Skills
- Live Brief
- The Creative Entrepreneur
Year 3
- Filmmaking Specialist Practice
- Project Proposal
- Dissertation
- Major Project
Entry requirements
- UCAS: 96-112 points at A2
- BTEC Extended Diploma: MMM-DMM
- BTEC Diploma: DD-DD
- Pass Access Course: 96-112 UCAS points
- International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 96-112 points from Higher Level subjects
- T Level: P (C+) - M
- IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5
- GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent
Fees and funding
- UK: £9,535 per year
- International: £17,325 per year
Scholarships and bursaries
- Care Leaver Bursary
- Estranged student support
- Dependants Bursary
- Financial support package
Learning and assessment
- A three-year degree qualification typically comprises 360 credits and each 20 credits (a standard module) equates to 200 hours of study, which involves a mixture of lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical sessions and independent study.
- Independent study is an important aspect of your degree course.
- The exact combination of study time will be detailed within your module descriptors, and will depend on your option choices.
- Lectures are delivered by a core team supported by industry practitioners and visiting specialists from different fields of film production and you’ll be involved in film screenings, tutorials and technical workshops too.
- You will be ‘hands-on’ focusing on industry practices and conventions to give you the opportunity to develop directly transferable skills in the new and emerging media markets.
- The coursework consists largely of practical assignments.
- About 25-30 per cent of the assessed work is written work such as journals, production paperwork, evaluations and presentations.
- There are no examinations.
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Overview:
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is a public university located in Preston, Lancashire, England. It is a large and diverse institution with a strong focus on providing high-quality education and research opportunities.
Services Offered:
UCLan offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic Programs:
Undergraduate, postgraduate, degree apprenticeships, postgraduate research, professional development, and short courses.Student Support:
Accommodation, student life, student support, welcome and arrival information, cost of living support, and parents and carers guide.International Student Support:
Dedicated services for international students, including information on tuition fees, English language requirements, scholarships, and how to apply.Business and Enterprise:
Support for businesses, including degree apprenticeships for employers, recruitment opportunities, training and development, and support for SMEs.Research:
Research and Knowledge Exchange Institutes, Research and Enterprise Service (RES), postgraduate research, and academic development for research and enterprise.Student Life and Campus Experience:
UCLan provides a vibrant and engaging campus experience for its students. The university offers a wide range of student clubs and societies, sports teams, and social events. Students can also access a variety of facilities, including libraries, gyms, and cafes.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Diverse Academic Programs:
UCLan offers a wide range of academic programs across various disciplines.Strong Focus on Employability:
The university has a strong focus on preparing students for the workplace, with dedicated career services and industry partnerships.Vibrant Campus Life:
UCLan provides a lively and supportive campus environment with numerous opportunities for students to engage in extracurricular activities.Global Opportunities:
The university offers a range of international study opportunities and partnerships.Affordable Education:
UCLan offers competitive tuition fees and a variety of financial aid options.Academic Programs:
UCLan offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
Undergraduate Programs:
Arts, Humanities, Business, Law, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Medicine.Postgraduate Programs:
Master's degrees, PhDs, and other postgraduate research programs.Degree Apprenticeships:
A combination of work and study, leading to a university degree.Professional Development and Short Courses:
Courses designed to enhance skills and knowledge for professionals.Other:
UCLan has a strong commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. The university is actively involved in research and initiatives aimed at addressing global challenges.