BFI Film Academy Specialist Courses

A variety of courses for 16 to 19-year-olds to develop skills and build a career in the film industry.

BFI Film Academy crew prepare to record sound on a film shoot.

Designed to develop more specialist filmmaking skills, this year our specialist courses will be delivered as an intensive week or over a set number of weekends. You’ll work closely with leading industry professionals who will give you a unique insight into the filmmaking business and guide you along the way.

Art Department - Set Decoration and Props

Learn about set decoration and prop-making for film – Applications now closed

Visual Effects (VFX)

Learn about visual effects (VFX) in filmmaking – Applications now closed

Film programming

Learn about film programming, marketing, distribution and how to put on a film festival – Applications open closed

Curation and Archiving

Learn about film curation, archiving and pathways into the film industry – Applications now closed

Production Management

Develop knowledge and skills in the film production department and kick start your career in the industry – applications now closed

Editing and Post-production

Perfect your editing and post-production skills – Applications now closed

Cinematography – Camera and Lighting

An in-depth introduction to camera, lighting and grip – Applications now closed

Hair, Wigs, Makeup and Prosthetics

Learn to create Hair, Wigs, Makeup & Prosthetics for Film and TV – Applications now closed

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