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You will study British, Hollywood, and world cinema. You will consider audience responses, develop critical and analytical skills, as well as undertaking a range of creative projects across the two years.
Standard college entry requirements plus Grade 5 in GCSE English Language or Literature. Students will be required to view 18 certificate material.
You will be supported by bespoke online materials in film education, allowing you to continue your studies outside of the classroom. Be prepared for a cinematic master class!
Classroom sessions will include close analysis of film sequences.
Whole films will be screened throughout the year. Some of these may be screened in the theatre at times outside of the timetabled sessions.
You will be provided with a range of resources that will be both print-based and online. These will include video material that will allow you to continue your studies outside the classroom.
The subject is taught by an experienced teacher who is also an examiner for A Level Film Studies.
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%Throughout the year, interim assessments will include written assessments, however there will also be a requirement for students to research topics independently. These will help you to develop skills for the final exams.
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The units for this course are designed to give you a developed knowledge of film contexts from around the world, from mainstream Hollywood through to world cinema, the course requires a thorough knowledge of this all-encompassing medium.
The units are:
Students are encouraged to buy this textbook:
WJEC Eduqas Film Studies for A Level & AS Paperback by Lisa Wardle, Ellen Cheshire, Mark Ramey, Jenny Stewart, approx £30, ISBN: 1911208446
Over the course of the two years, you will have the opportunity for visits that include:
Over the course of the two years, you will have the opportunity for visits that include:
A Level Film Studies offers the opportunity for further study at university on a range of film and media-related courses, either practical or theoretical in terms of content. Due to the nature of the course in terms of essay writing, research, and analysis, the course will also prepare you well for formal academic study at university. Examples include students progressing to York University (Russell Group) and Westminster University.
Blackpool Sixth is dedicated to helping students achieve their future goals. We offer support to our students to help them find the best path for their chosen career.
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