Film Production (Hons) The University of Winchester

Overview

The Film Production (Hons) at The University of Winchester offers an immersive, practice-led curriculum designed to mirror the professional standards of the global film industry. Students engage in a rigorous 80/20 split between practical production and theoretical study, ensuring they develop both technical proficiency and creative vision. By working in authentic production environments from the outset, learners build a substantial portfolio of work that showcases their readiness for the competitive media landscape.

Why Film Production (Hons) at The University of Winchester?

• Unmatched access to professional equipment throughout the year, allowing for creative experimentation beyond standard assignments.
• Exclusive opportunities to attend the Cannes Film Festival and walk the red carpet through established institutional partnerships.
• Experience working in large-scale production teams of up to 20 people, replicating the collaborative structure of professional film sets.
• Direct engagement with the industry through guest lectures from Oscar-winning producers and BAFTA-winning sound designers.
• The chance to curate and produce a film festival, gaining vital experience in distribution and public exhibition.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 16700 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

Year 1

• Professional Industry Development
• Producing Drama
• Filmmaking Skills
• Documentary Portraiture

Year 2

• Telling Real Stories
• Directing and Cinematography
• Film Sound and Editing
• Digital Distribution
• VFX Production

Year 3

• Specialist Film Craft and Employment
• Evolution and Future of Film
• Broadcast TV Production
• Large Scale Production
• Corporate Film

Careers with Film Production (Hons)

Graduates from this programme have successfully secured roles on major international productions, including blockbuster franchises such as Star Wars, James Bond, and Deadpool & Wolverine. The curriculum's focus on professional discipline prepares students for diverse roles in high-end television dramas like Game of Thrones and Slow Horses, as well as positions in broadcast television and commercial media.

Beyond traditional cinema, alumni find employment in sports production for premier football clubs, corporate content creation for global brands like NBC Universal, and social media management. The university's strong links with industry partners, including Sigma Lenses and Sony Cameras, ensure that students are well-connected to the technical and creative sectors of the media world upon graduation.