Course Summary

The BA (Hons) Filmmaking is for those with a passion for all things film. In three years, you will develop the technical, analytical and creative skills to produce films which manipulate the form in a creative, informed, and visually engaging way. The course aims to provide you with the opportunity to develop the skills required to make films worth watching. As well as the technical skills required, such as filming and editing, you will learn about how stories are constructed, you will analyse film and develop a deeper understanding of how meaning is created, you will study its history and practitioners. This will inform you in the creation of work that is not only technically competent but that has something to say. You will produce short films, documentaries and experimental music videos and explore who you want to be as a filmmaker with the production of your graduation film and career focused modules. Our employer-focused programmes provide you with the skills and experience to succeed in this fast-paced sector. You’ll have access to outstanding facilities including a TV studio, digital editing and filming facilities, which will provide the backdrop for ‘live’ briefs and assignments as you develop your technical and professional expertise under the guidance of our industry specialist tutors. You will develop a wealth of wider employability skills in communication, creative problem solving, project management and critical thinking. You will have the opportunity to take part in industry facing collaborative projects and engage with industry professionals giving insight into the reality of working within the field. You will work with Photography and Graphic Design students introducing you to the fundamentals of these disciplines again broadening your skill set and also providing a greater network of peers and potential collaborations. Blackpool School of Arts provides an environment of support and encouragement to all of our students with a focus on developing the individual as a creative problem solver. In three years you will have developed the skills, knowledge and experience required to take you to your next step in life, whether post-graduate study or employment, with confidence, insight and ability.

Course Details - Modules

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Course Details – Assessment Method

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Course Details – Professional Bodies

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How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: P300

Institution code: B41

Campus Name: University Centre

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

excluding Functional Skills and in an appropriate discipline


plus GCSE English Language at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent). Applicants who are able to demonstrate relevant work/life skills or knowledge will also be considered on an individual basis. All applicants will be given the opportunity to attend a workshop or send in their work electronically.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 93%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 90%

Go onto work and study: 100%

Fees and funding

England 8750.0 Year 1
Scotland 8750.0 Year 1
Wales 8750.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 8750.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Please note: our course fees are accurate at time of publishing. However, government information may change at short notice and we reserve the right to update our fees accordingly.

Provider information

Ashfield Road
Bispham
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Blackpool
FY2 0HB

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