The course is designed to ignite a passion for film and encourage a broader critical perspective of this academic area of study. It supports students to develop an appreciation of film from both audience and industry perspectives. Students look at all the processes involved from the initial idea to the point of production and final consumption. The course encourages them to consider a broad range of films and allows them to demonstrate their understanding creatively in practical productions. Learners will develop analytical, and discursive writing skills and become confident readers of film. They will develop research, investigative and practical skills.
• 5+ GCSEs in grades 9-4 including a strong pass (grade 5) in English and maths • Grade 6 in Maths entry requirement to study Maths A Level • Grade 6 in Science and maths recommended to study Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels. Students must have sat the higher tier papers for Science and Maths. * The option to take 4 A’ Level courses will be made only in exceptional circumstances.
Paper 1: 35% Paper 2: 35% Coursework: 30% Option 1: Short Film (4 - 5 minutes) or Option 2: Screenplay for a short film (1600-1800 words)
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Queens Park Road, Handbridge, Chester, CH4 7AE |
The course is designed to ignite a passion for film and encourage a broader critical perspective of this academic area of study. It supports students to develop an appreciation of film from both audience and industry perspectives. Students look at all the processes involved from the initial idea to the point of production and final consumption. The course encourages them to consider a broad range of films and allows them to demonstrate their understanding creatively in practical productions. Learners will develop analytical, and discursive writing skills and become confident readers of film. They will develop research, investigative and practical skills.
• 5+ GCSEs in grades 9-4 including a strong pass (grade 5) in English and maths • Grade 6 in Maths entry requirement to study Maths A Level • Grade 6 in Science and maths recommended to study Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels. Students must have sat the higher tier papers for Science and Maths. * The option to take 4 A’ Level courses will be made only in exceptional circumstances.
Paper 1: 35% Paper 2: 35% Coursework: 30% Option 1: Short Film (4 - 5 minutes) or Option 2: Screenplay for a short film (1600-1800 words)