Program Overview

Program Overview

The BA (Hons) Film and Screen Production with Foundation is a four-year program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the creative processes involved in filmmaking. The program covers the full breadth of filmmaking, from idea generation to production, and explores different styles and techniques.

Program Structure

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

Subject Core

The Subject Core component includes modules such as:

• Visual Storytelling
• Production Skills
• Post-production Skills
• Visual Forms
• Exploring Industry and Entrepreneurship
• Directing for the Screen
• Narrative Forms
• Developing for Market
• The Short Film: The Film and the Filmmaker
• The Short Film: The Film and the Market
• Major Project I
• Major Project II

Common Modules

The Common Modules component includes modules such as:

• London Perspectives
• Global Perspectives (Spring Term)
• Languages (Grades 1-6) – available Autumn and Spring
• Advanced Language for Professionals (Grade 7) – available Autumn or Spring
• Business English: Professional Writing – available Autumn or Spring
• Business English/Advanced Business English – available Autumn or Spring
• Advanced Spanish through Film (Grade 8) – available Autumn or Spring

Languages and Special Electives

The Languages and Special Electives component includes modules such as:

• Special Elective 1
• Special Elective 2
• Special Elective 3 or a Language
• Special Elective 4 or a Language

Program Details

The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the film industry, including the creative processes involved in filmmaking, the business side of the industry, and the technical skills required to produce high-quality films.

Admission Criteria

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

• 5 GCSEs at grade A-C or equivalent or Grade 5 average
• US High School (Year 11) with a minimum GPA of 2.3/4.0 completed diploma with a minimum GPA of 2.0/4.0
• 24 points in the International Baccalaureate (Year 1)
• Equivalent qualifications as deemed acceptable by the University and set out in the Admissions Guide and UK ENIC.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the program are:

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

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program have gone on to work in a variety of roles in the film industry, including:

• Directors
• Producers
• Camera operators
• Sound recordists
• Editors
• Post-production specialists

Research Areas

The program covers a range of research areas, including:

• Film production
• Screenwriting
• Directing
• Post-production
• Film industry and entrepreneurship

Conclusion

The BA (Hons) Film and Screen Production with Foundation is a comprehensive program that provides students with a thorough understanding of the film industry and the skills required to succeed in it. With a strong focus on practical skills and industry experience, the program is ideal for students who want to pursue a career in film production.