BA Film Production

This innovative and practice-based degree course will equip you with the skills and knowledge to become a successful filmmaker. You'll learn about all aspects of film production, from scriptwriting and directing to editing and post-production. Our industry-experienced lecturers will guide you through the creative process, providing hands-on training in our state-of-the-art facilities. With opportunities to collaborate with other students and industry professionals, you'll gain valuable experience and build a network of contacts that will serve you well after graduation.

Additional Information

Our course is designed to give you a broad understanding of the film industry, including its historical, cultural and theoretical contexts. You'll also have the opportunity to specialize in areas such as screenwriting, cinematography or sound design. With Brunel University London's excellent reputation for film production education, you'll have access to top-notch facilities and resources, as well as opportunities to exhibit your work at various film festivals and events.

Unlock Your Creative Potential at Brunel University London

Brunel University London is an excellent choice for studying film production due to its strong industry connections and reputation for producing highly skilled filmmakers. Our state-of-the-art facilities, including our 4K digital cinema and soundstage, provide the perfect environment for you to develop your craft. With opportunities to collaborate with other students and industry professionals, you'll gain valuable experience and build a network of contacts that will serve you well after graduation. Plus, our location in London provides easy access to the vibrant film industry, offering endless opportunities for networking and career advancement.

Your degree will give you a thorough understanding of film by combining production with the theory of visual digital media. Delve into practical film and video-making, scriptwriting, filming and editing, whilst honing your critical analysis and research skills to develop a comprehensive understanding of how the film and TV industries work.

The course will allow you to bring your ideas, thoughts and inspirations to the screen. By using the fantastic editing suites with up-to-date production software including Adobe Creative Cloud; Avid Media Composer; Avid ProTools, and; Final Cut Pro you will be able to bring your creations to life. We also have a range of high-quality cameras, sound, lighting, and grip equipment ready for you to use.

As well as enhancing your learning by attending screenings at the British Film Institute, the Institute of Contemporary Arts and other cinemas across the capital, you will also be eligible to enter our annual Brunel University Film Festival (BUFF) with categories including Best Fiction, Best Non-Fiction and Best Overall Film. This will allow you to put what you have learnt into practice and will give you the opportunity to showcase your talent.

Learn with confidence knowing that you are taught by some of the best film academics in the UK. Not only are they experts in the industry, but they have published work in the field so some of the books on your reading list may be written by those teaching you.

Gain an insight into life after your studies by putting your learning into practice by opting for a one-year work placement. You will graduate with valuable work experience to enhance your employment prospects and will be able to develop an understanding of the working world within the film industry. We have excellent links with a wide range of notable external organisations, so you will have the opportunity to apply for high-quality placements across London.

Previous students have undertaken a placement at many prestigious venues including The Pinewood Group, Fremantle Media, Objective Productions, WaterAid and BalletBoyz.

• GCE A-level BBC.

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma DMM in any subject.

• BTEC Level 3 Diploma DM in any subject AND an A-Level at grade C.

• BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma M in any subject, with A-Levels grade BB.

• International Baccalaureate Diploma 29 points.

• Obtain a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points in the  Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3.

• T levels: Merit overall.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.