Film BA (Hons)
Middlesex University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Location

Hendon Campus

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Full Time

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Start date

SEP-25

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Duration

3 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Hendon Campus

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3 Years

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**Why study BA Film with us**Be part of a cinematic experience with the Film BA Honours which offers the perfect blend of practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Our graduates have excelled in renowned productions like Star Wars, Disney, and the BBC. Benefit from our excellent London location, top-notch facilities, and a curriculum designed in collaboration with industry professionals. We emphasize collaboration and soft skills, nurturing students for the real world.**What will you ...Read more


Why study BA Film with us

Be part of a cinematic experience with the Film BA Honours which offers the perfect blend of practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Our graduates have excelled in renowned productions like Star Wars, Disney, and the BBC. Benefit from our excellent London location, top-notch facilities, and a curriculum designed in collaboration with industry professionals. We emphasize collaboration and soft skills, nurturing students for the real world.


What will you learn?

Explore your creative potential with access to cutting-edge facilities, including a Sony-designed TV production studio and post-production suites. The curriculum spans the entire filmmaking process, offering specialized knowledge in various production roles, post-production, scriptwriting, cinematography, direction, editing and sound. Our innovative curriculum, co-designed with industry partners, ensures a comprehensive understanding of filmmaking processes. Tailor your learning with our 'spotified' system, preparing you for a successful career in film production, live studio production, research, and more.


How do we support your career development?

We support your film career from day one, integrating employability-focused modules throughout the course. Collaborate with industry professionals through our Creative Campus Network and partnerships with Film London and ScreenSkills. Enjoy employability support, personalized development plans, and access to micro-credentials. Our dedicated advisor guides your trajectory, assisting in selecting activities that align with your career goals. Benefit from our £80 million Grove building facilities, providing unparalleled access to digital media tools and expert support.


Introducing our new Learning Framework

After working with our students to gather feedback on what they love most about our courses, we’re making some changes to how we structure and teach our programmes for the start of the 2024/25 academic year. You can find more information about how this course is affected by viewing the relevant course information sheet on our Learning Framework page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/learning-framework/

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
21/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
87th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
113th
Cinematics and Photography
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 81 = 19% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
19%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
84%
What students say
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Alex
17 Jan 25

i have had the opportunity to use the incredible gym facilities on the basement floor of mdx house that offer a membership of only £20 per academic year on off-peak hours for..Read more

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Wenriccs Wendlairy Kuan
15 Jan 25

Studying at Middlesex University London has been an incredibly enriching experience for me, both academically and personally. The best aspect is undoubtedly the sense of..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BBC Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

112 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:0,M:45,P:0 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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Popular A-level subjects

Cinematics and Photography

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Photography
35%
Art & Design
28%
Media Studies
26%
English Literature
16%
Drama
12%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£16,600 per year

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Students from EU

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£16,600 per year

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Students from International

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£16600 Per year

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