Our cutting edge BA (Hons) Filmmaking degree course will develop your skills across key filmmaking debates and practice conventions. You will be taught by noted film scholars and established practitioners, who will provide their knowledge of international film criticism and filmmaking perspectives.

The course is designed to equip graduates with the theory, practice and industry trends that will enable them to succeed in a rapidly changing film environment.

What's covered in this course?
The course considers of a wide range of filmmaking conventions, from theory, practice and industry perspectives. Not only will you gain an understanding of Hollywood cinema conventions (from silent movies to modern blockbuster spectaculars), you will apply these to a variety of production scenarios and be enriched by exploring international film storytelling techniques.

A key focus of the course will be on the aesthetic and creative aspects of filmmaking, with consideration being given to both mainstream and experimental modes of film creation, as well as how these traditions are mediated by differing production and postproduction techniques. Whilst theoretical and practice based considerations of filmmaking techniques remains a central focus to the the award, the course also provides modules on on film festival programming and film entrepreneurship, which help provide core skills relevant to the film industry.

Employability
The BA (Hons) Filmmaking course is located within the College of Digital Arts, which has an excellent track record for graduate employment.

The course opens avenues for students interested in a wide variety of roles associated with film and across the broader creative industries. You can also gain employability skills through our Graduate+ programme, which will help enhance your employment options by helping with careers development, employability activities, volunteering and part-time work experience.

This is furthered by the access you have to a range of support staff and services from the University’s Careers Service.