Film is a powerful medium. If you love to explore the deeper meanings of films and consider the ways they can captivate us, then this is the subject for you. Studying Film at A-level will offer you the opportunity to engage with a wide variety of inspiring and challenging films. You will also explore the creative process of filmmaking and will apply this understanding to the production of your own short film or screenplay. In short, studying Film offers both an academic and creative challenge and is designed for anyone with a passion for film.
At least five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above all from the core subjects including Maths and English. With the extensive essay writing involved a Grade 5 in English Language GCSE is recommended.
Assessment is through a combination of examination and coursework. Component 1: a written exam worth 35% Component 2: a written exam worth 35% Both these components assess knowledge and understanding of the films studied during the course Component 3 is a production module which is a non-exam assessment worth 30% of the overall grade
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Fosse Way Campus, Stroud Road, Cirencester, GL7 1XA |
Film is a powerful medium. If you love to explore the deeper meanings of films and consider the ways they can captivate us, then this is the subject for you. Studying Film at A-level will offer you the opportunity to engage with a wide variety of inspiring and challenging films. You will also explore the creative process of filmmaking and will apply this understanding to the production of your own short film or screenplay. In short, studying Film offers both an academic and creative challenge and is designed for anyone with a passion for film.
At least five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above all from the core subjects including Maths and English. With the extensive essay writing involved a Grade 5 in English Language GCSE is recommended.
Assessment is through a combination of examination and coursework. Component 1: a written exam worth 35% Component 2: a written exam worth 35% Both these components assess knowledge and understanding of the films studied during the course Component 3 is a production module which is a non-exam assessment worth 30% of the overall grade