AS/A2 Film Studies

A Level

In Godalming

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Description

  • Type

    A Level

  • Location

    Godalming

  • 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.

Important information

Government funding available

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Location

Start date

Godalming (Surrey)
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Tuesley Lane, GU7 1RS

Start date

On request

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

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 skills, but please note that this is not primarily a practical film-making course.
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

Price on request