Film and Television Production with Foundation Year

Are you passionate about film? Do you want to bring stories to life? BA (Hons) Film and Television Production course will see you developing your skills and knowledge of how films go from concept to screen. Work behind the camera and explore all aspects of production, from casting and scouting locations, to managing budgets, and measuring the success of films.

In the Foundation Year of this four-year course, you’ll build essential academic study skills. This year will help you gain confidence in your abilities. You’ll also identify your strengths and areas for development. Together, these will prepare you for progression to the undergraduate degree.

Why study Film and TV at BNU? From Classroom to Film Set You will spend the majority of your time studying at our High Wycombe Campus to develop the knowledge and skills you will need to seamlessly transition from university into employment. However, you may also have the opportunity to study at our teaching base at Pinewood Studios, putting you right in the heart of this world famous creative hub.

Hands on Learning Throughout your studies, you’ll actively engage in real-world projects. From short films to documentary segments, you’ll be hands-on with cameras, lighting equipment, and sound gear. This practical experience hones your technical skills and prepares you for the dynamic challenges of the industry.

Learn From Industry Experts You’ll be taught by both talented academics and experienced industry professionals Many of our lecturers have written and produced award-winning films and TV shows and can share their valuable industry insights.

Networking opportunities While studying BA Film and Television Production you’ll be connected with industry professionals, guest speakers, and our alumni network. You can get involved in networking events, workshops, and collaborations which provide a platform for you to build valuable relationships and open doors for future projects.

Endorsed by ScreenSkills Select This degree is endorsed by ScreenSkills Select, which means that it has been independently assessed by a team of highly-regarded industry evaluators, who use detailed criteria and provide annual feedback to help further strengthen links and relevance to the industry. They make sure the courses are addressing the main priorities for screen employers, making it easier for you to get the job you want after finishing your studies.

What will I study? We’ll start the course by exploring the key theories and skills you need to analyse and deconstruct films. You’ll look at Hollywood cinema, documentaries, independent and art cinema, and more, as well as the impact of streaming.

You'll study live event and multi-camera filming, working to professional standards of live television production and collaborating with clients. You'll explore genre studies, develop production & screenwriting research skills, and study how to develop projects (through pre-production, production & post) in industry contexts from fiction & documentary production to news gathering, external client filming, music videos & live studio multicamera filming. You'll also have chances to create a showreel.

For information about facilities and more, visit: https://www.bucks.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-film-and-television-production