Learn to create, edit, and master high-end films and promotional videos using industry-standard equipment and digital cinema cameras on SAEs film production degree. Get access to the latest film industry hardware and software brands, such as Adobe, Avid and Blackmagic Design, Sony, Panasonic, Canon, Kino Flo and Arri. Immerse yourself in SAEs world-class production and post-production facilities.

What you can expect from your degree

If youre looking to launch a career in film, SAEs Film Production degree will provide you with the expertise you need to get there. Taught as both an accelerated 2-year and typical 3-year option, youll learn essential technical film production skills and theoretical knowledge studying this film production degree, so you can succeed in your chosen area of the film industry – whether thats as a director, producer, screenwriter, cinematographer, editor or another role entirely.

As an SAE student, youll get hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art film production environment, using industry-leading equipment to make your films such as Sony, Panasonic and Canon cameras, DaVinci Resolve colour grading software, Adobe Premiere Pro and Avid Media Composer for video editing. Across the course, youll experience the entire production workflow involved in making a film – from story development and script writing, pre-production planning and storyboarding, to filming and editing and, finally, marketing and distribution. Youll also have access to SAEs first-rate facilities, like green screens, cyclorama soundstages, animation studios and high-tech lighting rigs, to help bring your creative ideas to life.

What you'll learn

At the end of your Film Production degree you will:

Learn skills in directing, film production, post-production, cinematography, visual effects, lighting, sound and more.

Confidently operate the latest film industry software, including Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer and DaVinci Resolve.

Script and shoot your favourite film and video genres.

Combine hands-on immersive training with academic learning for holistic education from day one.

Collaborate creatively with SAE students from other courses, such as audio experts, animators and game developers.

Gain entrepreneurial and screen business skills to take into your film production career.

Build an impressive network of connections across the wider creative industries.

Develop a significant portfolio of work to present to industry.

Graduate career ready with practical employment skills gained through strong film industry links.

Film production course start dates available in January and September.

Career Outcomes

What Jobs will this course lead to?

Director

Producer

Cinematographer

Screenwriter

Video Editor

Colourist

Camera Operator

Gaffer

Key Grip

Casting Director