Course contact details
Main Contact for all Admission Enquiries
Email:admissions@raindance.ac.uk
Raindance Film School London
Windermerehouse
Kendal Avenue
London
W3 0XA
Directing
- HND
- 2 Years
- Full-time
- January 2027
- Undergraduate
- Raindance Film School - West London
- Awarded by:
- Pearson Education Ltd
Course summary
Take control of the creative process and bring your vision to life. This hands-on directing course equips you with the tools, confidence, and industry insight to lead productions across film, television, and digital platforms. You will learn how to direct actors, shape stories, and command the set — while developing a distinct directorial identity rooted in both craft and creativity. Upon completion of your HNC, you have the option to progress to a one-year HND programme.
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- DI12
- Institution code:
- R02
- Campus name:
- Raindance Film School - West London
- Campus Code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Raindance Film School is a licensed Tier 4 sponsor, authorised by the UK Home Office. As such, we welcome applications from international students.
Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff32 points
A levelC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
240 credits from a relevant Higher National Diploma (HND), Foundation Degree (FdA/FdSc) or equivalent international qualification in a relevant subject or 240 credits from years 1 and 2 of an undergraduate degree (BA/BSc) in a relevant subject at a different institution.
Access to HE Diploma
240 credits from a relevant Higher National Diploma (HND), Foundation Degree (FdA/FdSc) or equivalent international qualification in a relevant subject or 240 credits from years 1 and 2 of an undergraduate degree (BA/BSc) in a relevant subject at a different institution.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 5.5 |
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Students under 21 years should ideally have GCSE English at grade A*-C (grade 9 – 4) and a full Level 3 qualification such as BTEC, A Level or an Access to HE Course. If you have industry experience, we can consider your application on a case-by-case basis.
Students over 21 can apply as mature students providing they can demonstrate the ability (and experience) to study at the appropriate level. Employment history will be advantageous.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
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