Craft Skills delivered by the NFTS
During this specialist course, you will choose a filmmaking specialism such as screenwriting, cinematography, production design, sound, directing or editing. You will then:
- take part in technical workshops to learn about your specific craft area and develop your skills
- take part in masterclasses and view the UK’s best short films
- receive key advice from award-winning film industry experts
- work with professional actors and use industry-standard equipment to make a short film
- showcase your short film at BFI Southbank
Open now open.
| Run by | NFTS |
|---|---|
| Introductory weekend dates (screenwriters) | 4 December 2021 |
| Introductory weekend dates (all other crafts) | 12 to 13 March 2022 |
| Main residential dates | 3 to 14 April 2022 |
| Closing date (screenwriters) | 7 November 2021 |
| Closing date (all other crafts) | 16 January 2022 |
| Number of places | 66 |
| Contact | bfifilmacademy@nfts.co.uk |
How to apply
For information on course eligibility please see How to apply for BFI Film Academy Craft Skills courses.
Course fees
We welcome applications from all talented young filmmakers. Fees range from zero to £420 for the Craft Skills course delivered by the NFTS.
Please don’t let the cost of the residential courses deter you from applying. If a young person is offered a place on the Film Academy and can’t afford the course fee or other associated costs, our bursary scheme can help them – if you have the talent we will make sure you can attend.
For further details please see How to apply for BFI Film Academy Craft Skills courses.
Craft Skills delivered by Screen Education Edinburgh
| Run by | Screen Education Edinburgh |
|---|---|
| Location | To be confirmed |
| Specialist course dates | To be confirmed |
| Application deadline | To be confirmed |
| Contact | admin@screen-ed.org |
How to apply
Applications for this course are now closed and will open in summer 2022.
For information on course eligibility please see How to apply for BFI Film Academy Craft Skills courses.
For applications visit the Screen Education Edinburgh website.
Course fees
We welcome applications from all talented young filmmakers. Fees are to be confirmed for the Craft Skills course delivered by Screen Education Edinburgh.
Please don’t let the cost of the residential courses deter you from applying. If a young person is offered a place on the Film Academy and can’t afford the course fee or other associated costs, our bursary scheme can help them – if you have the talent we will make sure you can attend.
For further details please see How to apply for BFI Film Academy Craft Skills courses.