11Oct
UndergraduateUniversity of Birmingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Explore the inner workings of the Film and Television industry, from the technical skills used in production to the cultural influences that shape what we see on screen. Explore the social and industrial factors influencing film and television with our award-winning, industry expert staff. Blending academic study and practical, hands-on creative learning in state-of-the-art facilities, this degree hones the skills you need to build a thriving career in the film and television industries. Develop a portfolio of skills in production, criticism, research, entrepreneurship, promotion and marketing through a range of practical and concept-based projects. You’ll dive into a broad range of genres within film and TV – from independent cinema to Hollywood blockbusters, and from classic sitcoms to cutting edge documentaries. Why study this course?
- Learn the practice of filmmaking from award-winning experts, and enhance your creative skills with key theories and concepts.
- Experience lectures, seminars and workshops guided by experienced, global film industry experts including filmmakers, screenwriters and critics.
- Benefit from our wide-ranging networks and industry placements across the sector, preparing you for future employment as an adaptable, resilient and innovative leader in the cultural and creative industries.
- Live and study in a vibrant city bursting with opportunities – from arts cinemas to production studios to film festivals, there’s always lots of culture to soak up in Birmingham.
Modules
First-year modules cover a broad base of the subject and are designed to introduce you to ways of studying at university. By the final year the modules you take will become more specialised and reflect the research expertise of the academic staff. More detailed module information can be found on the course page.
How to apply
14Jan
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:
- W600
- Institution code:
- B32
- 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 - Not accepted
A level - ABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Student Outcomes
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There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | 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
The Government has yet to confirm the tuition fees payable by Home students for 2026/27 and subsequent years. The provisional tuition fee shown above relates to the academic year 2025/26. If Parliament agrees on an increase in tuition fees, the University will increase fees for each year of study normally in line with these changes and will communicate any change in the fees without delay.
For details of the annual tuition fee for International Students please see the course web page listed in the 'course details' section above.
If you are made an offer to study by the University, the yearly tuition fee will be stated in your offer letter.
Provider information
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT