APPLICATIONS DUE TO OPEN IN SUMMER 2025
Passionate about film? This short course offers you the chance to be part of our future film industry.
We are seeking 12 creative young people to be a part of the BFI Film Academy delivered by Film Oxford in partnership with Screen South.
What will you do?
As a student of the Film Academy, you will have the opportunity to:
- Get hands-on filmmaking experience and work in teams to produce a short film.
- Meet and gain invaluable experience from industry professionals.
- Work towards an NCFE qualification ‘Preparing To Work In The Film Industry’
- Have the opportunity to apply for National Residential Academies in Documentary, Animation, Visual Effects, and BAFTA mentoring.
Who can apply? Any young person 16-19 years (16-25 with an EHCP), passionate about film or filmmaking, storytelling, and looking for a career in the film or creative industry.
There are no qualification requirements just a simple application form and we can offer support to apply. Before applying, please check that you can attend all of the course dates listed below.
If you have already completed a BFI Film Academy or you are studying at University, unfortunately, you are not able to apply. Students on Further Education courses or Sixth Form are eligible.
Optional: We are asking those who have a passion for story-telling to submit an idea or script for a short 3-4 minute film along with their application. This is not a requirement for the application process.
This is a free course and travel bursaries are available if required.
When: TBC
Dates: TBC
Times: TBC
Where: Film Oxford, 54 Catherine Street, Oxford Ox4 3AH : Map here
If you require further information or would like support to complete the application form, please contact Nicola Josse on 01865 792731 or email nicola@filmoxford.org
