Film Practice

This course is for students who have a passion for independent cinema. Working across documentary and fiction, this hands-on, industry-oriented course offers a strong, practical emphasis on digital film production.

Why choose this course at London College of Communication

• Committed to the art of storytelling: we'll introduce you to professional models of practice in various production disciplines.

• Our emphasis on teamwork: this reflects professional environments where teams collaborate on a shared vision.

• A practical focus: Along with work placements in Year 2 and a dedicated screenwriting and documentary development unit, you’ll produce a substantial body of film work. This

• Practical work complemented by theory: providing context on the issues that shape the world around us.

• Graduate destinations: Our alumni are working for the BBC, Warner Brothers, Netflix, Panavision as well as for independent production companies across the world.

What to expect

• A rigorous practical curriculum and increasingly complex assignments enabling you to explore an extensive range of departmental filmmaking roles while building strong skills and expertise.

• You’ll develop ideas, write and pitch scripts and projects, taking them from pre-production through to delivery and festival entry.

• As you progress through your studies, you’ll gain more frequent experience of different filmmaking roles and group participation, and build an individual portfolio based on your contribution to collective group assignments.

• You’ll gain cultural, critical and transferrable skills through an integrated film theory strand that examines approaches to film practice.

Industry experience and opportunities

We’ll support you to find, make, and take opportunities that will help you to reach your aspirations within an industry-oriented model of practice, and to build your career as a creative professional.

The Screen School belongs to the BAFTA albert Education Partnership, which offers students the opportunity to learn about environmentally responsible working practices.

You’ll have the opportunity to undertake the Diploma in Professional Studies or the UAL Diploma in Creative Computing between Years 2 and 3 to enhance your learning experience and employability skills.

About London College of Communication

At LCC, you’ll learn how to bring together technology, creativity and storytelling, while building the skills, confidence and networks you need for your future career. We’ll support you to develop a future‑proof mindset, so you’re ready to succeed in the industries you’re heading into.

Here, you’ll explore what matters to you, developing work that reflects your interests, values and ambitions.

As part of University of the Arts London — ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design — you’ll join one of the world’s leading creative universities and unlock the opportunities that come with it (QS World University Rankings by Subject).