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Course Overview

Film Studies

Film Studies is the subject for you if you want to master cinematography or understand the most popular artistic medium of our age. You will explore a wide range of film texts and gain the skills needed to analyse and investigate film. Each lesson involves thoughtful discussions, developing analytical skills, and finding your voice in film writing. The course includes a practical element where you will plan, shoot, and edit your own short film project, ensuring a hands-on learning experience.

Course highlights:

Lessons will typically consist of film screenings, lectures, discussions, quizzes, independent research and essay writing. There is a creative coursework component which allows students to:

  • Produce a five-minute short film and enhancing your video editing skills using Adobe Premiere Pro.

  • An evaluative analysis (1,600-1,800 words) is to be written, reflecting on the finished product.

Located at: Barnsley Sixth Form College

Course Start: September 2025

Course length: 2 Years

Study Mode: Full-time

Course Code: QSFCALFSY1

Course Fees and Funding

How much does the course cost?

Full-time Barnsley College students aged 16-18 years old do not have to pay tuition fees.

Other funding information

This course is not eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Course Content

  • GCSE grade 5 or above in English Language or English Literature.

You will sit two 2.5 hour long written exams at the end of Year 13 as well as submitting your short film of five minutes in length.

All equipment will be provided.

A Level

This A Level prepares you for further study of Film on either an academic or practical course at university, after which you can step into the film industry. You will also have developed written skills applicable to a range of scenarios and the ability to use video editing software.

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The course information on this page was last updated 07 May 2025.