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GCE A Level in Film Studies

at The Sir John Colfox Academy, Bridport · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Film Studies is a fascinating A level that explores the most exciting of art forms, cinema. You will learn about the history of cinema, from the earliest single reel silent films to the most up to date CGI blockbusters. You will analyse key texts using a range of critical theories and approaches. You will study the work of key directors and 'schools' and you will also be expected to devise, plan and execute your own film as part of coursework.If you know your Scorsese from your Hitchcock, then this course is for you. If you like to investigate directors' work and are not afraid to watch and analyse black and white films, you will find much to enjoy in this course. The content covered will expand your understanding of cinema and encourage you to think critically about the future of cinema. The course is demanding and requires significant written input, both in terms of final exams and during regular assessment. Your control of written English must be secure and you will need to develop a critical and technical written style that is in keeping with A level study. You will need to have an active interest in cinema, and be prepared to engage with the hands-on aspects of filmmaking itself.

What you need to get on

A Minimum of 5 GCSEs A* to C

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

  • The Sir John Colfox Academy

    Ridgeway, Bridport, DT6 3DT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Bridport

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