Screenwriting and Film
Sheffield Hallam University
UCAS Code: W8P3 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Entry requirements
Access to HE Diploma
At least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2 from a relevant Open College Network accredited course.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English Language or English Literature at grade C or 4.
UCAS Tariff
This must include at least two A levels or equivalent BTEC National qualifications. For example: BCC at A Level. DMM in BTEC Extended Diploma. A combination of qualifications, which may include AS Levels, EPQ and general studies.
About this course
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**Course summary**
- Learn how to write scripts for film and television.
- Gain insights from real industry figures into how to sell your screenplays.
- Learn from a lecture team who include established screenwriters.
- Have the opportunity to work abroad— with the possibility of Erasmus funding available for European placements.
- Benefit from excellent facilities for film study including a purpose-built theatre.
This course focuses on the practical and critical elements of screenwriting. Through practice-based learning and theoretical study, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to fulfil your potential in the world of film and TV.
**How you learn**
At every level of this course you will have the opportunity to write scripts and work with other students to create content.
You will also have the chance to work with industry professionals. Previous guests have included screenwriters, directors, agents and producers.
You learn through
- workshops
- lectures
- seminars
- group work
- industry visits and field trips
- independent study
- attending film festivals and special screening events
There are opportunities to study abroad at one of our partner universities with the possibility of funding through the Erasmus programme (subject to the UK’s continued participation in the Erasmus programme following the Brexit transition period).
**Applied learning**
**Work placements**
You will have the opportunity to work on a radio serial drama or short film production as part of your second year work placement module.
**Field trips**
We run regular field trips to the Bradford Widescreen Weekend film festival, Berlin International Film Festival, the BFI and BBC Media City, and we also have a writers' retreat residential trip as part of the third year of study.
**Networking opportunities**
We have a variety of networking opportunities with organisations such as the BBC, Warp Film, BFI Film Hub North and Sheffield Live. We also bring in a wide range of industry professionals to deliver masterclasses and offer one-to-one guidance in some cases.
Previous visiting professionals have included: screenwriters, agents, directors, producers, new talent co-ordinators and festival organisers.
**Competitions**
There are a range of competitions that recognize student achievement and outstanding contributions to university life. The Hallam Award, for example, recognises students’ exceptional participation in university life, involvement in the Students’ Union, and representation of their peer-groups.
Modules
Year 1
Compulsory modules
Module
Credits
Assessment
Cinemania 20 Coursework
Film Narrative 20 Coursework
Introduction To Film Analysis 20 Coursework
Introduction To Screenwriting 20 Coursework
Studying And Researching Cinema 20 Coursework
Writing With Pictures 20 Coursework
Year 2
Elective modules
Module
Credits
A Close-Up On British Cinema 20
Adapting For The Screen 20
Beyond The Mainstream 20
Diy Film Making 20
Foreign Language 20
Hollywood Cinema 20
Tv Comedy & Drama 20
Final year
Compulsory modules
Module
Credits
Creative Careers 20
Professional Film Writing 20
Screenwriting Project 40
Elective modules
Module
Credits
American Nightmares 20
Contemporary East Asian Cinema 20
Documentary 20
Foreign Language 20
Must-See Tv 20
Assessment methods
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Sheffield Hallam University
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