Film Studies (GCEA)
at Elthorne Park High School, London · school or sixth form
What the college says
The course balances the study of a range of film theories with practical application of the micro elements - mise-en-scène, cinematography, editing and sound - and macro elements - genre and characterisation - of film. At the heart of Film Studies lies the exploration of the relationship between the spectator, the filmmaker and the film text. Those who study Film Studies at A Level gain a critical appreciation of both film theories and practical filmmaking. Studying Film will develop your skills in planning, research, close analysis, evaluating the influence of different social and cultural contexts, and film production.
What you need to get on
5+ 9 - 4 Grades including English & Maths
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
Elthorne Park High School
WESTLEA ROAD, LONDON, W7 2AH
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · LONDON
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