Film Studies
Ellowes Hall Sports College - Dudley
01384686600
Stickley Lane, Lower Gornal, Dudley, DY3 2JH
Course summary

Film Studies is an exciting and varied course that enables students to hone their analytical reading skills whilst experiencing a huge range of films – including Buster Keaton’s silent movies and Casablanca; films from global cinema; independent and experimental films; modern Hollywood films such as La La Land. The course aims to encourage students to be active spectators of Film, rather than passive observers.

Entry requirements

For those students wishing to study a full A-Level or combined A Level/BTEC programme, the expectation is that you will achieve five grade 5s or above including English Language and Mathematics. At least a Grade 5 in English Language, English Literature, or Film Studies

How you'll be assessed

Component 1: Hollywood, American, and British Film since 1930 – Examination – 35% of the total qualification. Component 2: Global Film, and Film Movements– Examination – 35% of the total qualification. Component 3: Production – either a short film*, or a screenplay for a short film, with an accompanying evaluation – 30% of the total qualification.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityDudley
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressStickley Lane, Lower Gornal, Dudley, DY3 2JH