A Level Film Studies
Lights, camera, action! A Level Film Studies is a course dedicated to the study of how meaning is created in film. We study mainstream, Hollywood films, as well as a broad range of British, foreign and experimental f ilms. Our approach is similar to English Literature – we focus on developing a critical understanding of film from a number of different perspectives: genre, narrative, film language and institution.
- Course Information
- Course Code
- LAFILMS
- Exam Board
- WJEC
- Attendance Pattern
- Daytime
- Course Level
- Level 3
- Study Mode
- Full Time
- Course Location
- Langdale Road, Leyland
- Age Group
- School Leavers (16-18)
- Course Duration
- 2 years
- Overview
Film Studies enables students to develop their understanding of film as an art, and also is very useful to enhance studies in other areas such as art and media-based subjects as well as the humanities. There is a focus on transferable academic skills such as essay writing and research, but also opportunities to develop industry specific skills such as filming, recording sound and editing. Many students take Film Studies as an alternative to their other areas of study, and have been highly successful at Film before going on to an unrelated career. For those students curious about a future in Film and Media but unsure about their options we provide advice from course tutors and expert speakers from Higher Education.
Course Highlights:
Film Academy, Workshops in Editing, Scriptwriting and Filming.
- Entry Requirements
Overall requirements for the A Level Programme at Runshaw College require a minimum of 5 GCSE subjects at Grade 5, in 5 separate national curriculum subjects (including a minimum of grade 4 in both English and Maths). It is expected that most students will study 3 subjects – the option of doing 4 subjects for students who have an average GCSE grade profile of 8 or above will be considered on an individual basis. For more information on your future career path, visit www.informedchoices.ac.uk. View all our A Level courses in detail by clicking here.
- How will I be assessed?
The course is assessed by both coursework and a written examination.
- Progression Pathway
Film Studies can enhance media and art based subjects in higher education. It helps to develop the skills of observation, critical analysis and reflection. Students can progress into careers and higher education in broadcasting, journalism, media production and marketing. Film Studies is compatible with a range of humanities degree pathways.
- National Careers Service
For guidance about what careers subjects can lead on to please follow this link to the National Careers Service.
