Our multi-award winning film production course aims to improve your creative, practical, and technical filmmaking skills while also allowing you to connect theory to practice. This course is practice-oriented, so you will learn about film production by making films. Working as a multi-disciplinary practitioner, you will learn how to research, develop, write, produce, direct, shoot, edit, and promote your own short films.
You will work on practical film production projects and create a portfolio of creative work to support your future career goals. You'll be part of a creative community of students who are passionate about pursuing careers in the film industry. You'll collaborate across the Department of Media Performance and Communication, taking on key crew roles on creative projects and broadening your filmmaking experience.
University of Staffordshire
Film Production BA (Hons)
Entry Requirements
112-120 UCAS Tariff points
GCE
A Levels - grades BBC or equivalent
Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma - grade DMM
Access to HE Diploma - Pass Access with a minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points. Applicants to Staffs who are taking the Access to HE Diploma receive a reduced tariff point offer as part of our access and participation plan activity
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - grade of Merit overall
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade DMM
T Levels - Elig
ible T Level applications will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of P (A*-C) or Higher Pass as a condition of offer
Career Prospects
Graduates from our BA (hons) Film Media Production will be equipped to study in roles including:
- Production Assistant
- Assistant Director
- Screenwriter
- Production Manager
- Line Producer
- Script Co-ordinator
- Location Assistant
- Camera Operator
- Loader
- Camera Production
Course Details
The course aims to develop knowledge, confidence, and skills in filmmaking through encouragement and professional practice. It integrates theoretical, technical, practical, and creative modes of learning, with students making films every semester. The course focuses on teamwork, individuality, and professionalism.
In the first year, students learn to collaborate and develop skills through working with staff, peers, and industry professionals. They learn fundamental filmmaking practices such as directing, producing, cinematography, sound design, and post-production. They study both theoretical and practical elements of film production to explore their future career direction and influence their creative output.
In the second year, students develop their skills and creativity as filmmakers by formulating innovative ideas and acquiring advanced filmmaking skills. They can tailor their studies to include theoretical and contextual understanding of creative film production processes and techniques that align with their future career aspirations.
In the third year, students demonstrate professionalism by establishing a network of industry contacts and promoting their skills to employers via their portfolio. The course is informed by research and changes periodically to reflect developments in the discipline. If a module cannot be run, students will be advised and provided guidance on selecting an appropriate alternative module.
Year 1
Creative Film Contexts 20 credits
Fiction Filmmaking 40 credits
Film And Media Professional Development 20 credits
Non-Fiction Filmmaking 40 credits
Year 2
Compulsory Modules:
Experimental Filmmaking 40 credits
Professional Filmmaking Practice 40 credits
Optional Modules:
Client Filmmaking 20 credits
Creative Sound Design 20 credits
Global Cinema 20 credits
Interactive Filmmaking 20 credits
Production Cultures 20 credits
Science Fiction Film And Media 20 credits
Year 3
Filmmaking Project 1 40 credits
Filmmaking Project 2 40 credits
Industry Research Project 20 credits
Media Employment Project 20 credits
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