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Film Studies A Level [Y1]

East Sussex College - Eastbourne

Cross Levels Way, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 2UF

GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent
Level 3
Arts, Media and Publishing

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 07 September 2027
East Sussex College - Eastbourne
2 Year(s)
Part of a full time programme
Daytime/working hours
The Illuminate A-Level Film Studies textbook, will be very useful in supporting learning. Trips and visits may incur addition costs.
A Level & Mixed Programme

Application Instructions

You can only apply for one course type on an application.

Applying for A-Levels and/or V-Levels? You can choose to study three A-Levels or create a mixed programme combining A-Levels with other qualifications, including the new V-Levels. You will select the courses from a list of relevant subjects when you apply.

Applying for T-Levels? T-Levels are full-time courses that allow you to focus on one subject.

Applying for Vocational courses? Our technical and professional vocational courses are full-time programmes focusing on one subject. You can apply for up to two courses in the same application.

We accept applications to more than one campus; however once you have attended an interview session and received an offer from us, you will need to confirm your first-choice course and the campus you want to study at.

Course Summary

Come and explore the power films have over the spectator and the impact cinema has had on the world. Film Studies A-Level is a fantastic course which combines the academic with the creative. Film students get the opportunity to learn about a wide range of films from mainstream Hollywood productions to more challenging international independent films. Films from all eras are explored including the Golden Age of Hollywood and controversial international films such as Taxi Tehran. Alongside the analysis of films, all students will have the opportunity to learn about screenwriting and produce their own short film.employing their knowledge of cinematography and narrative theory.

Course Details

Come and explore the power films have over the spectator and the impact cinema has had on the world. Film Studies A-Level is a fantastic course which combines the academic with the creative. Film students get the opportunity to learn about a wide range of films from mainstream Hollywood productions to more challenging international independent films. Films from all eras are explored including the Golden Age of Hollywood and controversial international films such as Taxi Tehran. Alongside the analysis of films, all students will have the opportunity to learn about screenwriting and produce their own short film.employing their knowledge of cinematography and narrative theory.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

The course is assessed 30% coursework and 70% examinations.

Entry requirements

Our general entry criteria to study 3 A-Levels is: Minimum five GCSEs grade 4-9 with English Language or Maths at grade 5. For a mixed Level 3 programme the criteria are: Minimum five GCSEs grade 4-9 with English Language or Maths at grade 4. Subject specific entry criteria apply:A GCSE grade 4 in English Language.

Your next steps...

This course can provide a pathway to employment or as a foundation for a more specialised study of film or media at university.

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