UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma (Film Production, Assistant Directing and Location)

Example Modules:

• Cinematography

• Theory into Film

• Editing Sound

• Software for Industry eg. Adobe Premiere

• The Film Business and Roles

• Entrepreneurial Skills

• Scripting and breakdown

• Location Scouting

• Scheduling

• Rehearsals

• Filming

Cost of Study:

If you are under 19 on the date of enrolment this course is FREE. If you are over 19 on the date of enrolment the course fee is £5420, and you can apply for an Advance Learner Loan through the government’s Student Finance website. 

There is also a Studio fee which is £500, and covered all equipment and materials.

If you are interested in this course please let us know and we will help you with more information and applying!

This exciting Level 4 course is designed by industry pros to introduce you to a career in the Assistant directing, production and editing departments for the Film Industry.

Spending most of your time at with us Creative Media Skills Institute based in the heart of British Film, Pinewood Studios, you will meet and learn from some of the most recognised and actively working professionals across many areas, including: assistant directors, producers, production managers and coordinators, crowd supervisors, location managers and more!

Entry Requirements:

Applicants need to 18 and over. It is desirable for students to have attained GCSE English and maths but applications from candidates with good levels of literacy and numeracy will be considered for mature candidates.

Progression and Career Opportunities:

There are many different options available to you within this group of departments and this industry led Diploma will open you up to further study or to begin a career as a trainee or apprentice for the following roles: Location Manager, Assistant Location Manager, Location Coordinator, Location Assistant, Location Storage Manager, Unit Manager, Unit Assistant, Director, Executive Assistant to Director, Producer, Executive Producer, Executive Assistant to Producer, Co-Producer, Associate Producer, Line Producer, 1st Assistant Director, Co-1st Assistant Director, Key 2nd Assistant Director, 2nd Assistant Director, Base 2nd Assistant Director, Floor 2nd Assistant Director, 2nd Assistant Director , 3rd Assistant Director, Base 3rd Assistant Director, Key Set Production Assistant, Set Production Assistant, Unit Production Manager, Assistant Unit Production Manager, Production Coordinator and many more!