Film Studies A Level

Qualification:

A Level

Entry requirements:

Five GCSEs including Maths & English Language: a minimum of three GCSEs at Grade 4 and two GCSEs at Grade 5.

Overview

Film Studies explores how films create meaning and influence audiences, combining analysis of film texts with opportunities for creative production. The course develops your understanding of film as an art form and as a powerful medium of communication.

What you will study

You will study a wide range of films from different genres, periods, and cultures, including both mainstream and independent cinema. Topics include film form, representation, spectatorship, ideology, and the global film industry. Alongside analysis, you will create your own practical work such as a screenplay or short film.

Assessment

Assessment is 70% written examination at the end of Year 2 and 30% coursework.

Skills you will develop

You will develop critical and analytical skills as well as gain creative production experience and technical knowledge of film – all transferable across academic and professional fields.

Future Pathways

Film Studies combines well with a whole range of other A Levels and prepares you for a range of university courses, as well as careers in the creative industries and professions valuing analytical and communication skills.