Program Overview

Program Overview

The BA (Hons) Screenwriting and Producing with Foundation is a four-year program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the film and television industry. The program focuses on the art and craft of writing for the screen, combining creative development with practical production and project management expertise.

Program Structure

The program consists of three main components: Subject Core, Common Modules, and Languages and Special Electives.

Subject Core

The Subject Core modules provide a comprehensive introduction to screenwriting and producing, covering topics such as:

• Visual Storytelling: introducing students to the principles of screenwriting through the development of an original film script
• Visual Forms: exploring a range of production formats, including studio, outside broadcast, and factual filmmaking
• Thirty-Minute Script: developing students' understanding of script craft and supporting them in creating an original half-hour script
• Production Skills: developing students' media literacy and specialist production skills in areas such as camera, sound, lighting, directing, producing, and editing
• Exploring Industry and Entrepreneurship: introducing students to the changes being experienced in the world of work and the scope of real-world professional activities in relation to their course

Common Modules

The Common Modules provide a broader understanding of the industry and its context, covering topics such as:

• London Perspectives: introducing students to the relationships between a range of subject areas and London
• Global Perspectives: completing practical group tasks inspired by contemporary intercultural, political, and social issues
• Languages: offering students the opportunity to learn a new language or develop existing language skills

Languages and Special Electives

The Languages and Special Electives modules allow students to choose from a range of options, including:

• Special Elective 1: choosing from a list of electives, such as Creativity and Imagination, Being Human, and Creating a Brand Identity
• Special Elective 2: choosing from a list of electives, such as Financial Innovation and Technology, Photography Workshop, and How to Think in a Post-Truth World
• Special Elective 3 or a Language: choosing from a list of electives or selecting a language module
• Special Elective 4 or a Language: choosing from a list of electives or selecting a language module

Year 1

In Year 1, students will take the following modules:

• Visual Storytelling
• Visual Forms
• Thirty-Minute Script
• Production Skills
• Exploring Industry and Entrepreneurship
• London Perspectives
• Global Perspectives
• Languages

Year 2

In Year 2, students will take the following modules:

• The Creative Producer
• Showrunner: Series Concept
• Showrunner: The Pilot
• Entrepreneurial Challenge
• Placement
• Industry Challenge
• Special Elective 1
• Special Elective 2
• Special Elective 3 or a Language
• Special Elective 4 or a Language

Year 3

In Year 3, students will take the following modules:

• The Short Film: The Film and the Filmmaker
• The Short Film: The Film and the Market
• Major Project I
• Major Project II
• Special Elective 1
• Special Elective 2
• Special Elective 3 or a Language
• Special Elective 4 or a Language

Admission Criteria

To be eligible for the program, students must meet the following admission criteria:

• 5 GCSEs at grade A-C or equivalent
• US High School (Year 11) with a minimum GPA of 2.3/4.0
• 24 points in the International Baccalaureate (Year 1)
• Equivalent qualifications as deemed acceptable by the University

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the program are:

• £23,000 per year (fixed for the duration of the course) for students starting in September 2025 or January 2026
• £24,500 per year (fixed for the duration of the course) for students starting in September 2026 or January 2027

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can pursue a range of career opportunities in the film and television industry, including:

• Scriptwriter
• Editor
• Director
• Producer
• Camera operator
• Sound recordist
• Post-production specialist

Research Areas

The program covers a range of research areas, including:

• Screenwriting
• Producing
• Film production
• Television production
• Media literacy
• Industry and entrepreneurship

Conclusion

The BA (Hons) Screenwriting and Producing with Foundation is a comprehensive program that provides students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the film and television industry. With a focus on creative development, practical production, and project management expertise, this program is ideal for students who want to pursue a career in screenwriting and producing.