Film Production & Cinematography BA (Hons)

Why study BA (Hons) Film Production & Cinematography?

  • Produce individual and collaboratively authored work to industry standards 
  • Gain a critical understanding of current issues and opportunities at the forefront of the film, television and related industries 
  • Develop the intellectual tools and techniques required to deal with issues systematically and creatively 
  • Learn from experienced industry professionals and academics who will help you develop the skills necessary to be successful in the competitive world of film and television 
  • Follow in the footsteps of graduates who have gone on to work in various roles on high profile and prestigious productions such as Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, Avengers: Endgame, Wonder Woman 1984. 

Please note: This course is delivered at Wiltshire College & University Centre, Salisbury. Please visit their website to book onto one of their Spring Open Days.

Industry standard equipment 

You’ll develop your craft skills using digital cinema cameras including the Sony FS7 and FS5, and also professional 16mm and 35mm celluloid film cameras, nonlinear edit suites, 16mm Steenbeck editing tables, location lighting, dollies and track. Over the course of your studies, you will also learn production skills including producing, directing, production management, and screenwriting. 

BA (Hons) Award
September Start
Full-time Study Mode
3 - 4 years Duration

Entry Requirements For This Course

For September 2025 and September 2026 entry: The entry requirements for this course are 104 - 120 tariff points from 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. T Levels: Merit (120 UCAS tariff points) All subjects considered. 

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