Film

Film as an academic and creative discipline asks how moving images work: how they are made, what they mean, how they are received and how they relate to the broader social, historical and technological contexts in which they are produced. It is a field that encompasses both the close analysis of film as a cultural form and the practical skills of filmmaking, from screenwriting and directing to cinematography, editing and production design. Studying film at degree level develops both critical intelligence and creative capability, preparing graduates for work across the screen industries and beyond.

At Richmond, the American International University in London, this four-year full-time programme includes a foundation year, which provides introductory preparation before the main degree begins. The programme also incorporates a sandwich year, a year abroad and work placement experience, making it particularly well structured for those who want to build professional connections and international exposure as part of their studies. Richmond's location in London places you at the centre of one of the world's major film and media cities, with access to industry practitioners, festivals, archives and professional networks.

Graduates work in the film and television industries across roles in production, direction, screenwriting, editing, distribution, exhibition, development and commissioning, as well as in documentary, digital content creation, advertising and interactive media. The critical and analytical skills developed through film study are also valued in journalism, arts marketing, cultural policy, education and publishing. Some graduates go on to postgraduate study in film practice, film theory, creative writing or media, developing their expertise in a particular aspect of the discipline or moving toward academic research careers.

The combination of practical experience, industry exposure and academic rigour that the programme provides is a genuine foundation for a career in the screen industries.