Film Studies (A Level | Level 3 | Single)

Film Studies A Level introduces you to an exciting and challenging variety of films to broaden your horizons and present new ideas to you. Discover different ways of telling stories on screen and examine the power of cinema as an art form. Blending theory with practical work, you’ll bring your ideas to life by producing your own short film or screenplay, helping you build and develop your creative skills and confidence.

Complementary courses

• History
• Politics
• English Literature
• Digital Film & TV Production
• Sociology

Studying this thought-provoking course will immerse you in fascinating debates about why audiences react to films in a number of ways, the role and impact of a director, and a mix of political, social, cultural, and historical contexts. You’ll study key movements in film history, from the golden age of Hollywood to contemporary American and British film scenes, experimental films, and global films and documentaries. This all builds to the creation of your own short film or screenplay. You’ll also have the opportunity to gain valuable industry insights and experiences with trips to film festivals, studios, and university taster days and workshops.

• Combination of Coursework and Examination

For the latest entry requirements for all our courses please click the following link: https://www.franklin.ac.uk/courses/course-entry-requirements

Possible career paths

• Broadcast Presenter
• Film Director
• Film / Video Editor
• Location Manager
• Production Designer
• Programme Researcher
• Runner
• Camera Operator
• TV / Film / Video Producer
• Journalist
• Screenwriter