APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
Passionate about film?
This course offers you the chance to be part of our future film industry.
We are seeking committed, talented young people between the age of 16 and 19 to be a part of the BFI Film Academy delivered by Film Oxford.
When : 10 days over Autumn Half-Term October 2018 & weekend sessions in November 2018. See all course dates below.
Where : based at FILM OXFORD
Cost : £25 Fee (but don’t be put off as bursaries available for fees and travel)
Who can apply? Any young person 16-19 years passionate about film or film-making and looking for a career in the industry. There are no qualification requirements just a simple application form.
However, if you are studying at University you are not able to apply and you must be able to attend all of the course dates listed below.We can offer support if you have specific educational needs and bursaries are available if you need help.
DOWNLOAD APPLICATION FORM HERE
and email to nicola@filmoxford.org
APPLY BY THE 1ST OCTOBER 2018
As a student of the Film Academy:
• You will get hands-on filmmaking experience which will help you to develop practical knowledge and skills.
• You can explore your own creativity and passions in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• You will gain invaluable experience working alongside industry professionals who are respected practitioners in their field.
• You will watch a range of cinema from British independent to specialised films.
• You will work towards a practical film-based project, either individually or as part of a team.
Once you have completed the Network course, you will become part of the growing BFI Film Academy alumni network with access to events such as BAFTA career talks.
Take a look at some of the great short films made by previous participants at the BFI Film Academy on YouTube
What’s more, you could also apply for one of the seven BFI intensive residential programmes. Courses last between one and two weeks and are designed to develop more specialist filmmaking skills. You will work closely with leading industry professionals who will give you a unique insight into the filmmaking business and guide you along the way.
Find out how you can use film to achieve an ArtsAward or an NFCE Qualification:
BFI ACADEMY COURSE DATES 2018
The course runs from 10am – 5pm over 10 days:
Sat 20th October 2018
Tues 23rd October 2018
Wed 24th October 2018
Thurs 25th October 2018
Fri 26th October 2018
Sat 3rd November 2018
Sat 10th November 2018
Sun 11th November 2018
Sat 17th November 2018
Sun 18th November 2018
Location:
Film Oxford, 54 Catherine Street, Oxford, OX4 3AH
Any Questions? Please call Nicola Josse, BFI Academy Manager on 01865 792731 or email: nicola@filmoxford.org
