A-Level Film Studies - exams not included

Modules

Unit 1: How to Learn Online – A-Level Film Studies

Unit 2: All about A-Level Film Studies

Unit 3: Film List

Unit 4: Writing and Citing in Film Studies

Unit 5: Component 1: Varieties of Film and Filmmaking

                Unit 6: Some Like It Hot (Hollywood 1930–1960)

                Unit 7: One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (Hollywood 1961–1990)

                Unit 8: Joker (American film since 2005)

                Unit 9: Get Out (American film since 2005)

                Unit 10: Shaun of the Dead (British film since 1995)

                Unit 11: Belfast (British film since 1995)

Unit 12: Introduction to Mocks: A-Level Film Studies Paper 1

Unit 13: NEA: Component 3: Production

Unit 14: Component 2: Global Filmmaking Perspectives

                 Unit 15: Life Is Beautiful (European/global cinema)

                 Unit 16: Parasite (Global non-English language film)

                 Unit 17: Sisters in Law (Documentary)

                 Unit 18: Strike (Silent cinema)

                Unit 19: Mulholland Drive (Experimental film)

Unit 20: Introduction to Mocks: A-Level Film Studies Paper 2

Unit 21: Submission of Production

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements to enrol on this course.

Average completion timeframe 

The average time it takes to complete the course is 2 years.

Exams required

Exams are not included.

Technology requirements

As this is an online course, you will need a laptop or desktop computer to complete this study programme with us. You will also need to have a strong Wi-Fi connection and use Google Chrome as your web browser, as this is the most compatible with our online courses.

*Please note that because our courses are packed with multimedia content that not only caters to various learning styles but provides an enjoyable and engaging study experience, we don’t offer paper versions of our study programmes.

Additional requirements

You must have access to watch the films in the course, and it must be the correct version of the film.

Certification timeframe 

You can expect to receive your certificate 3 months after receiving the result.

Extension rules

You may extend this course once for a maximum of 12 months.

Course fees 

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans, must be settled before exams can be booked.

You will have access to the course for 24 months. 

Assessment

This film studies course is assessed through a non-examined assessment, allowing you to demonstrate both academic understanding and creative application through structured coursework.

Component 1: Varieties of Film and Filmmaking

You’ll develop skills in film analysis by exploring how meaning is created through film form, narrative and context, with a focus on spectatorship and interpretation.

Component 2: Global Filmmaking Perspectives

This component explores global cinema, including documentary, silent and experimental film, encouraging you to analyse diverse filmmaking approaches and cultural perspectives.

Component 3: Production (NEA)

You’ll complete a production task, such as a short film or screenplay extract, supported by an evaluative analysis that links your creative decisions to film theory and professional practice.

Please note, exams are not included.

Qualifications

If you decide to take the exams at the end of this course, you will achieve a WJEC Eduqas A-Level Film Studies qualification.

WJEC Eduqas is one of the largest providers of qualifications for schools, academies, sixth forms and further education colleges across England, delivering trusted qualifications for a wide range of abilities. All qualifications are carefully designed to engage learners and support their progression.

This film studies course provides a strong academic foundation for learners looking to progress into higher education or creative pathways. By studying this film A-Level, you’ll develop critical analysis, research skills and creative awareness that are highly valued across a wide range of university subjects.

Learners who complete this online film studies course and take the exam often progress to degree-level study in areas such as:

• Film studies or film production
• Media and communications
• Journalism and digital media
• English, humanities or cultural studies
• Creative arts and related disciplines

Beyond subject-specific routes, this film online course helps learners build transferable skills including critical thinking, written communication, visual analysis and independent research. These skills are useful across creative, cultural and media-focused industries, as well as in broader roles that value strong analytical and communication abilities.

Whether you plan to continue studying film or use this qualification as part of a wider academic profile, this film A-Level supports confident progression to the next stage of education.

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