UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Directing and Cinematography

This course has been designed alongside Industry Professionals, to introduce you into to a career in Film and Television Directing and Cinematography.

It will guide you through the key elements of Pre-Production, Production and Post Production. Most importantly you will be taught by Professionals currently working in the industry who can bring their Knowledge, experience and contacts into the classroom and help you to decide on the pathway you wish to take.

You will split your time between the Buckinghamshire College Group Amersham Campus TV/Film Studio, and Creative Media Skills state of the art studio base in the heart of British Film, Pinewood Studios. During the course, you will meet and learn from some of the most recognised working professionals across many areas, including Directors, Cinematographers, Focus Pullers, 1st Assistant Directors, Producers, Casting Directors, Actors, Script Supervisors, Editors, Location Managers and more!

What will I learn?

This course provides a broad understanding of filmmaking across different areas such as Directing, Cinematography, Location management etc to help you to decide which department you would like to work in.

In Film Directing, you will learn a diverse range of skills to direct feature film High end TV Drama. The course aims to develop students with good communication and leadership skills, who are creative and visual thinkers. Good Directors are able to inspire others with their creative vision and imagination to produce outstanding work.

In Cinematography you will focus on camera basics, including lenses and equipment. Lighting the set and locations. Other important areas are continuity, composition, camera angles and shots. The course aims to give you a solid understanding of working on a set in these roles to help you secure your first job in the industry.
Example modules
- Grammar of the shot (visual storytelling)
- Cinematography and lighting
- Sound recording and editing
- Casting and working with actors/Rehearsals and blocking
- Script breakdown
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Editing and DIT
- Advanced Camera work
- Production overview (Call sheets, Risk Assessments, H&S, and Locations).
How will I be assessed?
Entry Requirements
Progression & Career Opportunities
Additional Information

This course is run in conjunction with our partners CMS Institute at Pinewood Studios, the course will be split between Pinewood and Amersham College.

If you are under 19 on the date of enrolment this course is funded. There is an additional Material Fee of £350 which can be paid through the Online Store.

If you are over 19 on the date of enrolment the course Fee is £6000. You will be able to apply for an Advanced Learner Loan through the government's Student Finance website for £5421 and the remaining £579 can be paid in four instalments through the Online Store. This cost includes the Material Fee.