BFI FILM ACADEMY 2024-2025
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.
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.
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.
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’
- Apply for National Residential Academies in Documentary, Animation, Visual Effects, and BAFTA mentoring.
Apply online at www.FilmOxford.org/FilmAcademy
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.
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
Film Oxford
54 Catherine Street
Oxford
OX4 3AH
United Kingdom
This is a free course and travel bursaries are available if required.
When: The Course will run through October/November 2024 and will take place during half-term week and one Saturday.
Dates: Mon 28th October – Friday 1st November & Saturday 9th November 2024
Times: 9.30-5pm
South East Network Screening Event: January 2024