Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Film Studies] From Oxford Brookes University

Film is an art form with a rich and fascinating history, an industry which brings popular entertainment to a vast global audience, and a visual language which influences new media from television to streaming digital video.

The program at Oxford Brookes University gives you the specialist skills and experience you need to build a fantastic career in this booming creative industry.

In the first year you will develop a strong foundation in film analysis, hands on practice in film-making and professional knowledge. In the second year alongside core modules students are able to choose from modules including screenwriting, production management, new media and independent film. The final year offers a choice of work placement or a live, industry-mentored project plus a choice of critical or creative production project.

You will be taught by a team of research-active academics with strong links to industry, and also benefit from regular master classes delivered by renowned film professionals.Ê

Career prospects

Our exciting and varied curriculum will make you stand out from the crowd when applying for a variety of careers in the film and media industry: from film, TV and media journalism to research; from production management for film and TV companies to creative writing for the screen. The professional contacts developed during the work placement will enhance your opportunities in TV and the film industry.

Our graduates have recently secured positions including Research Coordinator at Universal Pictures, Marketing Assistant at Be At TV, PA to the Commercial Director of Icon Films and freelance make-up artist at Pinewood Studios.