Film and Television
The University of EdinburghFilm and Television BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at The University of Edinburgh, based in Edinburgh, taught full-time over 4 years. Graduates earn £20,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is ABB.
A-Level Entry
ABB
Typical offer · UCAS
Avg. Graduate Salary
£20,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
In this programme, we encourage you to find individual approaches through work in:
* documentary
* drama
* experimental film
* hybrid film
Through exercises and short films, we also nurture work that challenges the norms and boundaries of filmmaking.
These experiences will help you:
* find your own creative identities
* develop skills that will help you find work in the industry
By the time you graduate you will have worked on several films in different roles.
Practical skills
You will gain practical experience in:
* approaches to directing and writing
* creative producing
* camerawork
* sound recording and design
* editing, colour and grading
This helps you explore how every aspect of film and every role within a crew is a means of creative expression.
We work as a film community supporting collaboration across the year groups. You will learn the teamwork and communication skills necessary to enter the film and television industries.
Masterclasses
You will benefit from workshops and masterclasses from internal and visiting staff, who all work and exhibit internationally in film and television.
Design and Screen Cultures
You will study Design and Screen Cultures courses alongside your practical studio work.
These courses give you a contextual and theoretical understanding of contemporary screen studies.
Optional courses
In Years 1 and 2 you can also enrol in different optional courses offered by the wider University. You should select a combination of courses that reflect your interests and enhance your main study.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Edinburgh
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Film studies, Photography
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £20,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ