Filmmaking with a Foundation Year - BA (Hons))

This four-year degree programme is designed for students who want to pursue a career in filmmaking. The foundation year provides a solid grounding in the fundamental skills and knowledge required for a career in film, including storytelling, production design, cinematography, sound design, and editing. In the final three years of the programme, students will have the opportunity to specialise in areas such as screenwriting, directing, or production management. The course is taught by industry professionals with extensive experience in the film industry, providing students with the best possible preparation for a successful career in filmmaking.

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Students will have access to state-of-the-art film equipment and facilities, including editing suites, sound stages, and post-production software. The course also includes work placements and internships with leading film production companies, providing students with valuable industry experience.

Unlock Your Potential: Filmmaking at Birmingham City University

Birmingham City University has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality film and media programmes, with a focus on practical skills and industry experience. The university's location in the heart of Birmingham provides easy access to the vibrant film and media scene in the city, including numerous film festivals, screenings, and events. Students will have the opportunity to connect with industry professionals and gain valuable insights into the latest trends and technologies in filmmaking.

The course considers 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 cinema to modern blockbuster spectaculars), but you will apply these storytelling techniques to a variety of production scenarios. As well as looking at American filmmaking conventions, you will also be introduced to other international traditions of cinema that range from European perspectives of documentary to Bollywood film and beyond. 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 remain a central focus of the award, the course also provides modules on film festival programming and film entrepreneurship, which help provide core skills relevant to the film industry.

80 UCAS points