FILMMAKING & SCREEN WRITING at University of West of Scotland

OVERVIEW

The UWS BA Filmmaking & Screen Writing course offers a unique balance between film theory, filmmaking and script writing, which will enable you to develop industry-accredited skills while pursuing your passion for cinema.

You will learn how to write scripts, make films and study cinema as art, culture and commerce. You will build a portfolio of work that will help you in the creative sector post-graduation.

The course is designed to produce graduates with specific knowledge and skills in filmmaking, cinematic storytelling, and film culture.But the course will also develop your transferable skills of content production, information processing and professional communication. 

The course has an explicitly international curriculum concerned with a globalised industry, which is explored in local, regional and national contexts throughout the four years of study.

Gust lectures will provide masterclasses throughout your studies and will provide insights to further develop your understanding of the industry.

COURSE DETAILS

You will develop essential creative, critical and professional skills important within cinema, TV and related cultural industries. You will gain experience in production, including research and script-writing, camera and sound operation. 

In addition, you will learn post-production techniques and build a portfolio of work that will give you an edge in the creative sector.

Modules are taught by industry professionals and you will use the latest digital film technology, television studios, and performance spaces. In recent years, students have benefited from masterclasses with internationally acclaimed writers, directors, producers, cinematographers and editors. Whilst the programme is based at Ayr campus, it also benefits from having a teaching space at Film City, Glasgow, which is the hub for filmmaking activity in Scotland.

Jobs

UWS graduates work as directors, camera operators and editors. Independent productions herald a new era of growth for Scotland, broadening career opportunities. In addition to film and television production, graduates also work in journalism, marketing and management. Further study is possible at MA and PhD level.

Further Study

Some graduates choose further study, leading to an MSc, PhD or teaching qualification. See list of courses available.