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Film Studies

at Walsall Academy, Walsall · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionExpected standard2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Film Studies is a subject that by its nature requires candidates to consider individual, moral, ethical, social, cultural and contemporary issues. The course provides a framework for exploration of such issues and includes specific content through which students may address these issues. This course will offer a vocational as well as academic route into employment or further education. Qualifications in Film Studies are acceptable as an entry to many different careers or courses. These may include: Marketing, Journalism, Education, Film Production, Media Studies, Creative Writing, Social Sciences. All courses at Walsall Academy are designed to provide academic and vocational experiences. They will prepare students for their choice of career in both the world of work and Higher Education. A Level Component 1 • Section A – Hollywood 1930-1990 • Section B – American film since 2005 • Section C – British film since 1995 Component 2 • Section A – Global film • Section B – Documentary film • Section C – Film movements – Experimental film (1960-2000) Component 3: Production

What you need to get on

Grade 5 in GCSE English Literature

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Walsall Academy

    Lichfield Road Bloxwich, Walsall, WS3 3LX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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