Studying film provides you the opportunity to analyse and deconstruct a wide range of cinema. You will learn about the history and development of the film form by studying a variety of films eras, for example Hollywood from 1930-1990 where you will compare a film from ‘Classic Hollywood’ to ‘New Hollywood’. As well as this you will study films from a range of cultures and movements, such as silent cinema, experimental film, and two foreign language films. Once you’ve learnt the key elements of film form, we hand it over to you. You will have the opportunity to work in small group practical lessons with our Technical Support Assistant, an ex-industry professional, to learn how to film, edit and produce your own short film or screen play for a narrative of your own choice.
You will require a Grade 5 or higher in GCSE English Language and English Literature. An interest in a variety of films is essential. You will spend time over the course developing your IT and software skills so an interest in film and media production is also essential.
There will be internal examinations at the end of Year 12 and final externally-assessed examinations at the end of Year 13 for Components 1 and 2, which are both assessed through extended written responses. Each of these examinations are worth 35% of the course. Component 3 (NEA) will commence in Year 12 and continue into Year 13, worth the final 30% of the qualification.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | West Berkshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Little Heath Road, Tilehurst, Reading, RG31 5TY |
Studying film provides you the opportunity to analyse and deconstruct a wide range of cinema. You will learn about the history and development of the film form by studying a variety of films eras, for example Hollywood from 1930-1990 where you will compare a film from ‘Classic Hollywood’ to ‘New Hollywood’. As well as this you will study films from a range of cultures and movements, such as silent cinema, experimental film, and two foreign language films. Once you’ve learnt the key elements of film form, we hand it over to you. You will have the opportunity to work in small group practical lessons with our Technical Support Assistant, an ex-industry professional, to learn how to film, edit and produce your own short film or screen play for a narrative of your own choice.
You will require a Grade 5 or higher in GCSE English Language and English Literature. An interest in a variety of films is essential. You will spend time over the course developing your IT and software skills so an interest in film and media production is also essential.
There will be internal examinations at the end of Year 12 and final externally-assessed examinations at the end of Year 13 for Components 1 and 2, which are both assessed through extended written responses. Each of these examinations are worth 35% of the course. Component 3 (NEA) will commence in Year 12 and continue into Year 13, worth the final 30% of the qualification.