Through studying and engaging with a wide-ranging and exciting selection of films as well as creating your film text, you will develop your understanding of the methods and techniques of cinema, and the contexts in which films are made and received. During the first year, you will study topics in American and British film history and begin to make a short film or screenplay. You will analyse a set of key films from the Classical and New Hollywood periods, as well as study an engaging and thought-provoking selection of contemporary American and British cinema; the focus will be on aspects of filmmaking methods and audience response, as well as the contexts in which the films were made. The second year sees a broadening of the areas of study that will take in stimulating and provocative examples of world cinema, documentary, silent film and experimental filmmaking and encourage you to understand how each type of experience generates meaning for the spectator. There will be an emphasis on the techniques of filmmaking in support of your work, so you can develop skills and expertise in understanding how cinematography, sound design, mise-en-scene and editing can shape meaning.
New entrants must have a minimum of Grade 5 in GCSE English Language and Maths Grade 7–9 in any of English Literature, English Language or Drama is desirable. An inclination towards independent learning and research is also important.
- Two exams at the end of the course, each of which accounts for 35% of the mark. - A practical piece of coursework worth 30% which involves the creation of a 4–5 minute short film, or screenplay with supporting storyboard.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £16,521 |
| Address | Eskdale Terrace, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 4DX |
Through studying and engaging with a wide-ranging and exciting selection of films as well as creating your film text, you will develop your understanding of the methods and techniques of cinema, and the contexts in which films are made and received. During the first year, you will study topics in American and British film history and begin to make a short film or screenplay. You will analyse a set of key films from the Classical and New Hollywood periods, as well as study an engaging and thought-provoking selection of contemporary American and British cinema; the focus will be on aspects of filmmaking methods and audience response, as well as the contexts in which the films were made. The second year sees a broadening of the areas of study that will take in stimulating and provocative examples of world cinema, documentary, silent film and experimental filmmaking and encourage you to understand how each type of experience generates meaning for the spectator. There will be an emphasis on the techniques of filmmaking in support of your work, so you can develop skills and expertise in understanding how cinematography, sound design, mise-en-scene and editing can shape meaning.
New entrants must have a minimum of Grade 5 in GCSE English Language and Maths Grade 7–9 in any of English Literature, English Language or Drama is desirable. An inclination towards independent learning and research is also important.
- Two exams at the end of the course, each of which accounts for 35% of the mark. - A practical piece of coursework worth 30% which involves the creation of a 4–5 minute short film, or screenplay with supporting storyboard.