Film Studies

  • Course Type School Leaver
  • Subject Area Media and Film
  • Qualification A Level 🧩
  • Study Mode: Full Time
  • Course Level Level 3
  • Location Centre for Creative Industries
  • Course Length 2 years

This course can be combined with others and sits well alongside three other A Levels, but in particular goes well with Media Studies, Humanities courses, Art and Design courses and Languages (including English). 

Overview

What do Scorsese, Coppola and Lucas have in common? They all studied films before they started making them. This course allows you to study different genres of film, while also producing your own material.

Who is this course for?

Choose this course if you enjoy studying, watching and writing about films from different time periods, alongside creating your own film-based productions.

What you will study

On this course you will:

  • Deepen your appreciation of cinema and understanding of the historical, political and cultural context of films
  • Study contemporary Hollywood and British film, world cinema and the classics
  • Have the opportunity to go on the New York media trip
  • Critically analyse film extracts
  • Develop your own screenplays
  • Use industry-standard equipment, including HD equipment and Adobe Premiere Pro 
Assessment

Coursework and examination – 70% examination based on two exam papers and 30% coursework where learners create their own production.

Entry Requirements

Eight GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths

You will need a keen interest in different kinds of film

Progression and careers

You could progress to university level study in a variety of film/media theoretical or practical courses, you could attempt to gain employment in the creative industries in a plethora of practical options ranging from screenwriting to all aspects of filmmaking.

  • Have a question?

    If you have questions or would like to speak to someone, our team of Customer Service Advisers can help answer your questions or direct your enquiry to the correct team.
    Speak to us today on 01392 400500 or send us a message using our contact form: www.exe-coll.ac.uk/contact.

  • How to apply

    Why not come along to one of our open events, a chance to explore our facilities, ask questions about our courses and find out more about being a student at Exeter College. Visit our open events page to find out more today.