FILM STUDIES A/AS Level 3

Applications Open: - 3rd November 2025

Applications Close: - We would, ideally, like applications to be submitted by Thursday 8th January 2026, when planning for the timetable will begin, but applications will be accepted after this date

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices

Minimum Entry Requirements

The admissions criteria for the Sixth Form are as follows:

- A minimum of 6 separately identifiable GCSE subjects (or equivalent) at an average grade of 5.5 or above

- These 6 subjects must include at least a grade 4 in English Language or English Literature and at least a grade 4 in Mathematics

- You will require a grade 6 or above in most subjects you wish to study at A Level

- To study Mathematics, Modern Foreign Languages or a Science subject you will require a grade 7

- To study Economics a grade 7 or above in Mathematics is required and a 6+ or above in Business or a related subject

- Students may be able to study a Science subject with a 6 grade but their 4th option choice must be STEM Access forming part of your Personal Enrichment Pathway

- For Further Mathematics you will need an 8 or 9

- Short Courses count as half a GCSE

- A positive attitude in your chosen subjects and a respect for school aims, objectives and ethos

- Commitment to the expectations of the Sixth Form and the school community

- Students will not be admitted if they have not completed the appropriate paperwork

The WJEC Eduqas specification is designed to introduce A Level learners to a wide variety of films in order to broaden their knowledge and understanding of films and the range of responses they can generate. This course offers opportunities to study across a vast range of mainstream and independent film. There is also a range of historical texts – stretching all the way back to the silent era as well as significant historical film movements like the Avant Garde. Studies in documentary, experimental and short films also add to the breadth of the learning experience. Learners also study important critical theory, such as Postmodernism, Feminism and Marxism. These theories are used as a lens to further understand the ideological impact of film texts.

The WJEC Eduqas specification is designed to introduce A Level learners to a wide variety of films in order to broaden their knowledge and understanding of films and the range of responses they can generate. This course offers opportunities to study across a vast range of mainstream and independent film. There is also a range of historical texts – stretching all the way back to the silent era as well as significant historical film movements like the Avant Garde. Studies in documentary, experimental and short films also add to the breadth of the learning experience. Learners also study important critical theory, such as Postmodernism, Feminism and Marxism. These theories are used as a lens to further understand the ideological impact of film texts.xperience.

There are two written examinations which form 70% of the qualification and a practical production which accounts for 30% of the marks. Essay writing and analysis are key skills that are crucial to success in Film Studies. Across the course you will be challenged to critically analyse texts with academic essay writing. Throughout the A-Level you will be encouraged to practice and develop these skills which are also widely applicable to other humanities subjects. Production work is also an important part of this specification. Studying a diverse range of films from several different contexts is designed to give students the opportunity to apply their knowledge and understanding of how films are constructed to their own filmmaking and screenwriting. This is intended to enable learners to create high quality film or screenplay work as well as provide an informed filmmaker's perspective on their own study of film.

Minimum Entry Requirements

A qualification in Film Studies is evidence of an ability to apply critical approaches to film, as well as apply knowledge and understanding of film through either filmmaking or screenwriting. It will equip the learner for a range of courses in film, media and digital production in higher education and demonstrates an ability to research, analyse, evaluate and create. It is also a fantastic facilitating subject for subjects such as English, Art and History. Most of all, it offers the opportunity to explore a range of important ideas and emotions, reflect on art and technology, and connect theory and creative practice in ways which are designed to provide an absorbing and motivating educational experience.