FILM AND TELEVISION PRACTICE BA (Hons)

From your very first day at LSBU, you’ll dive straight into the world of film and television production. This course isn’t about sitting back and just learning theory — it’s about getting behind the camera, handling professional lighting and sound equipment, and bringing your ideas to life on screen. You’ll be taught by filmmakers who actively work in the industry, learning directly from their experience while using the same kind of professional tools and workflows they rely on.

You’ll work with industry-standard cameras, lighting, and sound gear, along with advanced editing and post-production software, in real studio environments. Early on, modules like Fundamentals of Film and Television will get you hands-on experience operating cameras, recording audio, and editing using the same software used across the film and TV industries.

From the start, you’ll be making films, not just studying them. The first-year module Physical Film Making has you producing short films and group video projects — giving you the confidence to experiment creatively and technically from day one.

Collaboration is key in this course. You’ll work in production teams that mirror real-world film crews, developing everything from documentaries to narrative films. In modules like Documentary Practice, you’ll research, develop, and produce a short documentary together, gaining valuable teamwork and production management experience.

You’ll have access to LSBU’s dedicated production facilities, including a Mac Lab with high-performance machines, a professional film studio with a lighting grid and green screen, specialist editing suites, a colour grading suite with reference monitors, and a sound studio equipped for Dolby Atmos mixing. These facilities are designed to help you create work that’s technically polished and ready for professional use.

Being based in London is another huge advantage. You’ll study right in the creative heart of the city — close to the British Film Institute, Soho’s production houses, and countless post-production studios. This means opportunities for networking, attending guest masterclasses, and exploring placements are right on your doorstep.

As you progress, you’ll build a professional portfolio that showcases your talent. In your final year, the Final Film module lets you produce an advanced film project — one that’s suitable for industry screening and potential employers.

Throughout the course, LSBU places a strong focus on employability and industry readiness. You’ll engage with sustainable production practices through the BAFTA Albert scheme, learn professional workflows from pre- to post-production, and receive career support through LSBU’s CareerSmart programme — helping you polish your CV, connect with mentors, and prepare for a career in the film and television industry.

If you choose to study the Film and Television Practice BA (Hons) at London South Bank University (LSBU), you’ll graduate ready to take on creative, technical, and leadership roles across the screen industries — from film and TV production to post-production, editing, cinematography, and directing.

Typical roles you could move into include: Assistant Producer, Camera Operator or Cinematographer, Editor or Post-Production Specialist, and Production Manager.

How the programme supports your progression and future opportunities

Career support:
Through LSBU’s CareerSmart service, you’ll have access to tailored employability tools — from expert feedback on your CV and cover letters, to help preparing for psychometric tests and mentoring opportunities designed to boost your confidence and readiness for the industry.

Employment outcomes:
Around 81% of graduates from similar LSBU film and media programmes are working within 15 months of finishing their degree. Three years after graduation, the median salary sits at approximately £18,500, with typical earnings ranging between £15,500 and £28,000 for Cinematics and Photography-related roles.

Industry partnerships:
The course is accredited by ScreenSkills and CILECT, ensuring it meets high professional and academic standards recognised across the global screen industry. Students also benefit from placements and connections with production and post-production companies based in London’s world-renowned Soho district, giving you direct access to the creative heart of the UK’s film and television scene.

Accreditation value:
Being ScreenSkills Select and CILECT-accredited adds real weight to your degree — employers and industry professionals recognise it as a mark of quality, strengthening your credibility whether you go straight into work or continue with postgraduate study.

Graduation outcomes:
By the end of the course, you’ll have a professional portfolio that showcases your skills and creativity — including your final film — along with deep expertise in your chosen specialism (Writing/Directing, Cinematography, or Editing/Post-Production). You’ll also graduate with valuable industry experience and contacts built through your time in London.

Further academic progression

After completing your BA (Hons) in Film and Television Practice, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to take your learning further. Many graduates go on to pursue master’s degrees in areas such as Film Production, Screen & Media, or Post-Production. Others choose to specialise with postgraduate certificates in fields like Editing or Cinematography. If you’re interested in academia or research, you could also progress to an MPhil or PhD in Film & Television Studies or Screen Cultures — opening doors to teaching, research, and higher-level creative practice.