BA (Hons) Filmmaking at Leeds Beckett University

Programme overview

Discover the power of compelling storytelling as you turn ideas into moving images. Develop your creative voice and master the technical craft of filmmaking. Turn bold ideas into unforgettable screen stories Got a story to tell?

Faculty: Leeds School of Arts | Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: 20 Sep 2027 | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Contextualising Practice 1, Making Stories 1: Hearing, Listening, Seeing - Introduction to Moving Image & Sound, Creating Fiction: Imagined Realities, Creating Documentary: Observed Realities. Year 2 core modules: Contextualising Practice 2: Experimental Film, Making Stories 2: Experiments with Form & Narrative, Collaborative Practice 1: Research & Development, Filmmaking 1: Production (study abroad students only), Filmmaking 2: R & D (study abroad students only). Year 3 core modules: Contextualising Practice 3: Dissertation/Independent Project, Major Project, Collaborative Practice 2: Professional Futures.

Career pathways

This filmmaking degree prepares you for a varied career in the fast-moving, competitive, and constantly evolving screen industry. You’ll graduate with a clear sense of your creative identity, a strong professional skillset, and a focused approach to career development. Roles include Assistant director, Cinematographer, Editor, Producer, Content creator, Videography assistant, Lighting or sound trainee, Production assistant.

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Entry requirements

112-120 points required UCAS Tariff Points: 112-120 points required. (Minimum 72-80 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies). GCSEs GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy are accepted in place of GCSEs. Access to HE Diploma Pass overall with a minimum of 112-120 UCAS tariff points. T Levels Pass overall with a minimum of 112-120 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core. Scottish Awards 112-120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 4 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above. Irish Leaving Certificate 112-120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above. International baccalaureate 112-120 UCAS tariff points or a score of 30 from the IB diploma. This should include a minimum of 3 Highers with 2 at grade H5 or above Portfolio Required All suitable candidates will be required to submit a portfolio, examples of which could include: cartoons; photography; video; scripts; storyboards; art work; written critical papers or reviews; radio recordings. Further guidance will be provided to applicants when they are asked to submit a portfolio. IELTS IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £10050. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,345 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £17345. Source

Intake: 20 Sep 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/search/results?SearchText=Leeds+Beckett+University+Filmmaking&filters=Destination_Undergraduate&studyYear=2027

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