A Level Film Studies

Course summary

This A Level Film Studies specification offers a broad and coherent course of study which allows learners the opportunity to broaden their knowledge and understanding of film. The content is assessed across two examination components and one production component. A Level Film Studies enhances our other A Level courses by providing a creative industry option that develops critical thinking, analytical skills as well as creative production and cultural capital. The course introduces learners to a wide range of diverse films, a variety of genres, historical and contemporary global contexts. Topics Covered: Hollywood Film 1920-1990 American Film Since 2012 British Films since 1995 Global Fim Documentary Film Film Movements- Silent Cinema Film Movements- Experimental Film (1960-2001) NEA - Film Production and Analysis Potential University Opportunities: • Oxford Brookes University - BA (Hons) Communication, Media and Culture • Reading University - BA Film and Television • Manchester Metropolitan University - BSc (Hons) Digital Media and Communications Potential Job Opportunities: • Film or TV Producer • Art Director • Independent Film Maker • Production Runner • Live Sound Engineer • Lighting Technician • Director of Photography • Assistant Director/ Director • Casting Director • Film Colourist • Screen Writer • Grip • Audio Visual Technician • Camera Operator • Script Edito