Full-Time & A Level Courses

Film Studies A Level

Course code: AG3004L
Type: Full Time, A Level & T Level > A Level
Duration: 1 Year
Subject area: A Levels,Arts,Digital
Location: North Shropshire
No fee information available

About the course

This A Level Film Studies course explores the art, history, and impact of cinema. You’ll study a wide range of films from different genres, periods, and cultures, analysing how they communicate meaning through visual and narrative techniques. The course covers key areas such as film language, representation, spectatorship, and industry. You’ll also engage in creative production, developing your own short film or screenplay, combining analytical insight with practical skills.

What qualification will I gain?

A Level in Film Studies.

Why choose us

Film Studies is a dynamic and thought-provoking subject that encourages creativity, critical thinking, and cultural awareness. Our course offers a balance of academic analysis and hands-on experience, helping you understand how films are made and why they matter. You’ll develop transferable skills in research, essay writing, and media production, supported by passionate teaching and access to professional-grade equipment and editing software.

What you could do next

This qualification supports progression to university degrees in:

· Film studies

· Media production

· Journalism

· English

· Cultural studies

· Communication

Career opportunities include:

· Filmmaker or screenwriter

· Film critic or journalist

· Media producer

· Editor or cinematographer

· Roles in broadcasting, marketing, and creative industries

Popular modules

  • Silent film

  • Experimental film

  • Documentary

  • American film

  • British cinema

  • Foreign language cinema

Assessment methods

Assessment will be via external exams and coursework.

Entry requirements

A minimum of 5 GCSEs with a grade 4 (grade C) or above in English.