Course summary
The film industry is a vibrant and creative sector driven by the demand for prime-time cinematic drama on free to air and streaming platforms and in the cinema. It requires talented and creative people with specialist technical skills and our highly practical course is designed to give you this. Throughout the course, you'll be able to develop your technical and creative skills to a professional level and use your flair to complete a compelling production in your final year. This important project is a great opportunity for you to showcase your talents and develop your experience to help you with seeking employment. As part of your degree, you will gain the ‘Applied Skills for a Sustainable Media Industry’ certificate from industry body, albert, demonstrating that you have developed an understanding of environmentally friendly film production. Regular visits from professional practitioners will enrich your studies and offer valuable insights from industry practices. Recent visiting practitioners include guests from the British Film Institute (BFI), Left Bank Pictures and the Kent Film Office, BBC and ITV. Internationally renowned post-production houses, such as Molinare, will also speak to you. This form of networking has helped many of our film graduates to find future opportunities. Top reasons to study with us • Our research active staff, guest speakers, expert masterclasses and industry advisory panel ensure you will be ready for the world of work or further study. • Past Film Production students have achieved festival success and employment within the film industry within six months of graduating. • Top 20 in the UK for student satisfaction with the quality of teaching in the subject area of Drama, Dance and Cinematics. Complete University Guide Subject League Table 2023. Specialist facilities Along with excellent resources on campus, you’ll have access to the Powell building which houses a range of facilities and industry equipment so you can produce work of the highest quality, these include:
- Digital film cameras, including the Arri Alexa Mini LF and Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro.
- Location lighting and grip equipment.
- Post-production facilities include AVID Media Composer, and the full Adobe Creative Cloud Suite.
- A professional TV gallery and Studio.
- Portable recording equipment, including Martantz, Zooms and Rodes for podcasts, documentaries and features etc.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- P313
- Institution code:
- C10
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff
A level - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 15 credits M: 30 credits
Scottish Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 29 points
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
England | £9250* | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Canterbury Christ Church University
North Holmes Road
Canterbury
CT1 1QU