Film
Film courses
In today's digital age, the power of visual storytelling is unmatched. From Hollywood blockbusters to viral videos, the demand for skilled professionals who can captivate audiences through the magic of cinema and media is at an all-time high.
Whether you dream of becoming a director, a screenwriter, a cinematographer, a film editor, a producer, or a media executive, our range of film courses offer the perfect launchpad for your career in the film industry.
Explore our film courses below, view some of our students' work at ARTFEST, learn more about our partners MetFilm school, or see what jobs and careers a film degree can open up for you.
Undergraduate film courses
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BMus (Hons) Composition (Film/Theatre) (West London Campus)
West London Campus
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BA (Hons) Content, Media and Film Production (Met film school, Ealing studios)
Met film school, Ealing studios
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BA (Hons) English and Film (West London Campus)
West London Campus
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BA (Hons) Film and Screen Business (Met film school, Ealing studios)
Met film school, Ealing studios
Postgraduate film courses
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MMus Composition for Film and Television (West London Campus)
West London Campus
Course videos
Learn more about our range of film degrees here.
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BMus (Hons) Composition (Film/Theatre)
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BA (Hons) Content, Media and Film Production
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BA (Hons) English and Film
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BA (Hons) Film and Screen Business
BMus (Hons) Composition (Film/Theatre)
BA (Hons) Content, Media and Film Production
BA (Hons) English and Film
BA (Hons) Film and Screen Business
Accordion
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Why choose the University of West London?
We are based a stone’s throw from Ealing Studios in one of the world’s great cities when it comes to filmmaking. Our BA (Hons) English and Film and BA (Hons) Visual Effects courses give you access to professional-grade equipment and facilities.
Our highly practical BA (Hons) Content, Media and Film Production is offered in conjunction with MetFilm School, a specialist training provider for creatives. On this course, your studies will be split between UWL and Ealing Studios – home of MetFilm School – as well as other local production spaces.
If your passion is for composing music for film and television, your studies will be based at the London College of Music, one of the leading music and performing arts institutions in the UK, which has a proud 130-year history and a worldwide reputation for quality education.
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What do I need to study film at the University of West London?
The entry requirements for each course are stated on their dedicated pages.
If you don’t have the grades or subjects at level three to start your chosen undergraduate degree, you may have the option of completing a four-year version of the course. These courses begin with a foundation year to prepare you for degree-level work.
Our BA (Hons) English and Film, BA (Hons) Visual Effects and BA (Hons) Content, Media and Film Production are all available with a foundation year – find out more via the course links above.
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What can I do with a film degree?
A range of careers and film jobs are open to graduates of film-related courses, from screenwriting to content marketing and advertising. As well as specific technical expertise, you’ll gain a suite of transferable skills suitable for several professional roles.
For detailed information about what you can do with your film degree, check the individual page for the course that interests you and click ‘Study and career progression.’
As a University of West London student, you will benefit from lifelong support from our careers service.
ARTSFEST
MetFilm School Facilities
Two of our film degrees, BA (Hons) Content, Media and Film Production and BA (Hons) Film and Screen Business, are offered in partnership with MetFilm School who are located close to our West London campus in the world-famous Ealing Studios.
MetFilm School is a leading film, television, and online media school whose aim is to provide students with a practical, high-quality learning experience grounded in professional industry practice and preparation.
Find out about the MetFilm School facilities, including:
- Cameras and Grip
- Lighting
- Sound
- Post Production
- Procam Take 2
- Production Services