Filmmaking

University of Central Lancashire

Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Film studiesPhotography

Filmmaking BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Central Lancashire, based in Preston, taught full-time over 3 years. 76% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £22,500 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is See entry requirements.

A-Level Entry

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Typical offer · UCAS

UCAS Points

96 - 112 points

Typical offer · UCAS

Student Satisfaction

75.8%

NSS · Office for Students

Avg. Graduate Salary

£22,500

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Course Overview

Our BA (Hons) Filmmaking degree is a ‘hands-on’ course, focusing on industry practices and conventions, developing transferable skills in the independent film markets.

Why study with us

- Our graduates regularly appear in the credits of major television and cinema releases and win awards at prestigious film festivals and the Royal Television Society.

- Previous guest lectures from people such as Jan Harlan (Stanley Kubrick’s Producer), Baldwin Li (Independent Film Producer), Sarah Miller (Screenwriter), Jonathan Stenton (Editor).

- Experienced teaching team with specialisms in independent short film, feature film, promotional work, documentary film, experimental work, animation, post-production, sound recording, and mixing and visual effects.

What you'll do

- We have a well-established track record of delivering successful media students, with three recent Royal Television Society (RTS) awards in as many years, and our graduates feature in many credits of major cinema and TV productions.

- You’ll have 24-hour access to our purpose-built Media Factory and spend time in dedicated edit suites, Foley Studio, sound stage with greenscreen and motion capture facilities, recording studios, photography studios and television studio.

- You’ll also learn through film screenings, tutorials and technical workshops.

Future Careers

Our film and media graduates feature in many credits of major cinema and TV productions. You could pursue a career in any area such as production, post-production, management, screenwriting or production design.

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 96 - 112 points
BTEC MMM - DMM

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Sandwich

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Preston

Avg. grad pay (5y): £22,500

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Preston

Avg. grad pay (5y): £22,500

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
3 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Preston
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Film studies, Photography
Avg. Graduate Salary
£22,500