English language requirements are one of the following: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
How would you like to develop your own original film projects and screen your final film at an internationally renowned London cinema? In Film Practice you’ll learn the foundational skills of filmmaking, then specialise in Cinematography, Writing/Directing or Editing and Post-Production, honing skills that will make you a valuable asset in the film and media industries.
You will benefit from our close partnership with The British Film Institute (BFI), the UK’s lead organisation for film, television and the moving image. Having access to a range of bespoke masterclasses delivered by BFI staff members and BFI network colleagues will allow you to start building your professional network from the start of your studies, and gain insight from the organisation that curates and presents the greatest international public programme of world cinema.
This course is accredited by ScreenSkills. ScreenSkills offers industry focused advice and quality control assurances for staff and students on filmmaking degrees; it offers 24 hour support for industry professionals, liaises with government, and it now delivers the BFI's Future Film Skills training.
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Modules:
Year 1
Physical film making
Video technology
Documentary theory
Documentary practice
Editing and montage
Sound recording
Year 2
Film analysis
Professional employability
Introduction to cinematography
Plus one of either:
Collaborative practices
Sound on film
International live brief
Writing and directing pathway
Screenwriting
Directing and producing
Cinematography pathway
Lighting and electrical
Director of photography
Editing and post-production pathway
Colour grading
Editing drama
Year 3
Research project
Future film practice
Plus one of either:
Brief-led project
Film reviewing and curation
Plus one of the following pathways
Writing and directing pathway
Cinematography pathway
Editing and post-production pathway
Studying film in London puts you at the centre of the filmmaking business. You’ll leave the course with a showreel you can be proud of, confident in your knowledge and ready to take your first steps in a professional career in the film, television and media industries. This course is also excellent if you want to make a career change, or focus, enhance or update your current media skills.
Take a look at some potential careers, including film/video editor, in our Prospects section.
You could also apply for further study at postgraduate level. Some of our postgraduates have presented at the British Film Institute and we’ve seen our students win prizes at major festivals.
Employability Service
We are University of the Year for Graduate Employment for the second year in a row - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018, 2019.
At LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you’ll have access to our Employability Service, which includes:
An online board where you can see a wide range of placements: part-time, full-time or voluntary. You can also drop in to see our Job Shop advisers, who are always available to help you take the next step in your search.
Our Careers Gym offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques and finding work experience, as well as regular presentations from employers across a range of sectors.
Insurance – Single: 300 GBP per year
