AS/A2 Film Studies
A Level
In Godalming
Description
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Type
A Level
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Location
Godalming
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Duration
2 Years
The AS course is focused on British and American cinema, covering the film industry (the way films are funded, made, distributed and exhibited), film genre (types of film such as film noir and the gangster film) and a range of issues concerned with film language (narrative, editing, lighting, sound, etc.). In the AS year you will develop your script writing, storyboarding and video production.
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Government funding available
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About this course
Grade C in English, Film or Media Studies. There is a substantial essay writing component to this course.
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Course programme
In the A2 year we look at some non-UK European cinema, but the focus shifts from the West to the East: Chinese and Indian films are studied. Work on film narrative and film language is developed, as well as aspects of film history and theory.
One of the chief requirements for this course is an enthusiasm for cinema - and not just the latest Hollywood blockbuster. You will be studying a variety of often challenging films from a range of periods and countries.
ENTRY RECOMMENDATIONS:
Grade C in English, Film or Media Studies. There is a substantial essay writing component to this course.
ASSESSMENT:
In both years there is one coursework paper consisting of written and practical work and one written exam.
PROGRESSION:
A useful starting point for careers in the film and television industries, as well as film journalism. Film Studies is also acceptable for many other degree courses and occupations.
AS/A2 Film Studies