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GCE A Level in Film Studies

at Leigh Academy Longfield, Longfield · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Designed to introduce A level learners to a wide variety of films in order to broaden their knowledge and understanding of film and the range of responses films can generate. This specification therefore offers opportunities to study mainstream American films from the past and the present as well as a range of recent and contemporary British films, American independent films and global films, both non-English language and English language. The historical range of film represented in those films is extended by the study of silent film and significant film movements so that learners can gain a sense of the development of film from its early years to its still emerging digital future. Studies in documentary, experimental and short films add to the breadth of the learning experience. Production work is a crucial part of this specification and is integral to learners’ study of film. Studying a diverse range of films from several different contexts is designed to give learners the opportunity to apply their knowledge and understanding of how films are constructed to their own filmmaking and screenwriting. This is intended to enable learners to create high quality film and screenplay work as well as provide an informed filmmaker’s perspective on their own study of film.

What you need to get on

You must meet the standard entry requirements for Longfield Academy Sixth Form. In addition, to study this course you will require: Grade 5 or above at GCSE English Literature OR GCSE English Language Having studied History or Drama at GCSE is also preferable.

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

  • Longfield Academy

    Main Road, Longfield, DA3 7PH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Longfield

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