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Film Studies
student profile Sophie Dilworth
Film Studies, Mathematics, Media Studies
“I loved the welcoming feel at the Open Evenings I attended and the range of subjects and academic support available. I like learning things that I haven’t previously considered. The lessons are fun and interesting, everything is explained really well. I will be studying Primary Education with QTS at Edge Hill after completing my studies at Runshaw.”
Where are you going?
Broadcaster
Journalist
Teacher
Marketing Manager
Media Producer
Why should I come to Runshaw to study Film Studies?
A Level Film Studies at Runshaw offers an excellent opportunity to develop critical and analytical skills for dedicated film viewers who want to understand how film functions as an art form. The art of cinema is placed into its industrial context through a study
of contemporary and historical modes of production, distribution and exhibition.
Your analytical skills will be nurtured through case studies, exploring critical perspectives and by an introduction to cinema from around the world. We use DVD and digital projection technology to enhance the close study of key sequences and frames, whilst we also use PC based edit facilities for the study of narrative and narration.
In 2018 78% of students taking Film Studies achieved A*-B grades, the fourth highest percentage in the country.
In addition to your lessons you will have the opportunity to take part in lectures, master classes and trips with the Film and Media Academy, as well as enrichment activities through the Film Production Club and writing articles for ‘Screen’, the Film Studies Magazine.
What will I study?
The course aims to develop each student’s knowledge and understanding of how a film works as a text through analysis and evaluation. Students will investigate how meanings and values can be read into a film and also how film has developed as an art form historically.
Students will eventually develop a broad knowledge of film theory and spectatorship by viewing case studies of individual films.
How is the course assessed?
The course is assessed by coursework and a written examination. The coursework requires that each student makes a short film.
How do I find out more and apply?
Please see our course leaflet at www.runshaw.ac.uk and press the ‘Apply’ button. For guidance about what careers subjects can lead on to please access nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
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