Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Film Business and Production

• Practical: The BA (Hons) Film Business and Production program provides an immersive, industry-focused experience designed to equip students with both production and entrepreneurial skills. The course emphasizes real-world applications, blending traditional production techniques with emerging trends in film and television. Students will learn to develop high-level business plans and strategies, covering content production, financing, legal principles, intellectual property, and marketing. The hands-on approach ensures practical experience in areas such as production management, distribution, and creative entrepreneurship, preparing graduates for sustainable careers in the film and related creative industries.
• Comprehensive: The course offers a broad education in film business and production, encouraging students to embrace the latest industry practices and emerging trends. Essential topics like content production, financing, evolving business models, and revenue generation will be explored. Throughout their studies, students will build a comprehensive understanding of the business aspects of film, including legal and accounting principles and marketing strategies. The curriculum is designed to develop both technical and business acumen, ensuring success in the industry.
• Industry-facing: Students will learn from experienced film business practitioners who bring academic knowledge and professional practice into the classroom. The course’s Industry Engagement Strategy is integrated into the curriculum, offering opportunities to interact with the industry through workshops, masterclasses, live briefs, and work placements. This engagement helps students build a network of industry contacts, supporting their transition from education to the professional world, with additional support from the Alumni Community as they progress in their careers.
• Real-life Experience: Throughout the program, students will be actively engaged in the production process, working on live projects and collaborating with peers from other film-related courses, such as the BA (Hons) Filmmaking program. By the end of the degree, students will have gained practical experience in film production, business management, and entrepreneurial skills, demonstrated through high-quality, professionally executed projects. These experiences, combined with industry placements, will ensure students are well-prepared to enter the film industry upon graduation.

Awarding body: BIMM University