Overview

This (Hons) Filmmaking programme from the University of Plymouth empowers you to learn by doing – working individually and collaboratively on film sets while exploring both narrative and experimental approaches. Taught by award-winning filmmakers, academics and technical experts, the course builds creative and technical confidence using industry-standard facilities, including an on-site cinema. With high student satisfaction and a focus on independent spirit and professional standards, you will find your voice and make your mark in the world of film.

Careers

Our course will enhance your creative and critical skills and help you to define and realise your own unique career destination. Plymouth film graduates work in a number of film, television and media industry roles, including Aardman Studios, BBC, ITV, TwoFour, JMP, feature film production (Chicken Run 2), and other pre- and post-production independent filmmaking positions. Our students' films are screened and selected for national and international festivals, such as BFI Scene, National RTS Awards, Nahemi & Bristol Encounters, Birmingham Film Festival, Cornwall Film Festival and Festival Deux Cans.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Screen Dialogues
Film School
Storyteller
Cinematic Crafts
Film Production

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

76

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Film Studies View 545 other Bachelors in Film Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

76

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59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

UCAS tariff: 96 - 144

Digital portfolio. Creative portfolio required.

A level. A minimum of two A levels; General Studies accepted.

International Baccalaureate 28 points.

18 Unit BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma. DMM.

BTEC National Diploma modules. If you hold a BTEC qualification, it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC.

All access courses. Pass a named Access to Higher Education Diploma (preferably Art and Design or combined), with at least 33 credits at merit and/or distinction.

T level. Merit in digital production, design and development preferred however other subjects may be considered.

GCSE. Mathematics and English Language grade C.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18150 GBP / year

≈ 18150 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part time (Home) - £815per 10 credits.

Living costs

Plymouth

United Kingdom

731 - 1387 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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