BA (Hons) Film Production
University of SalfordSalford, United Kingdom
Course overview
This is a hands-on degree in which you learn practical filmmaking alongside studying the critical and contextual aspects of film theory. You will be making short films using high-end camera and editing equipment both on location and in our digital media studios at our campus situated in the heart of MediaCity.
Key highlights
- Hands-on practical filmmaking combined with critical and contextual film theory
- Make short films using high-end camera and editing equipment
- Shoot on location and in dedicated digital media studios
- Campus based in the heart of MediaCity
Entry requirements
- Additional condition: portfolio — As part of your application, we will need to see a portfolio of work to provide the opportunity for you to share your creative practice with us.
- GCSE: C — to include English Language, Mathematics
- UCAS tariff points: 112-120 — UCAS tariff points 112-120 points A level 112-120 points T level Merit BTEC Extended Diploma DMM Access to HE Pass Level 3 Access to HE Diploma with 112-120 points in relevant subjects Scottish Highers 112-120 points (re…
- T-level: Merit — UCAS tariff points 112-120 points A level 112-120 points T level Merit BTEC Extended Diploma DMM Access to HE Pass Level 3 Access to HE Diploma with 112-120 points in relevant subjects Scottish Highers 112-120 points (re…
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Extended Diploma
- Access to HE Diploma: Pass — Pass Level 3
- Irish Leaving Certificate: 112-120 — 112-120 points (attained through 4 higher grades
- International Baccalaureate: 31-32 — International Baccalaureate 31-32 points European Baccalaureate Pass in Diploma of at least 73-78% International students We accept qualifications from all around the world.
Scholarships
Global Gold Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000
Global Silver Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500
IFY Excellence Scholarship
For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Film director
- Producer
- Camera operator
- Film and video editor
- Screenwriter
- Production assistant
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,050 per year | International: £10,050 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Salford, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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