Film & Screen Media FD
Leeds City College
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Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 10 graduates of Film & Screen Media FD and other courses in Cinematics and Photography at Leeds City College for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Cinematics and Photography.
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £20933 | £18170 | £21091 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18375 - £24906 | £13553 - £23016 | £16111 - £26943 |
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Course Description
Study multiple aspects of Film and Screen Media with this exciting foundation degree. This practitioner-focused programme covers three contemporary strands of the film and screen industries. Through traditional film making, motion design and emerging technologies, this course offers new exciting approaches to production and career pathways.
The production, content and distribution of film is developing alongside advancing technologies in an increasingly networked culture. This practitioner-focused course will develop your skills preparing you for a variety of roles in this ever-evolving and exciting creative industry.
This programme will cover three strands including filmmaking, motion design and screen practices. You will be challenged to think about the screen in new and exciting ways that give meaning to an audience while studying techniques including traditional film methods, motion graphics, editing, post-production techniques, 360 degree camera workflow and creating.
Additionally, you will acquire employability skills to support you as you pursue your career goals and explore your unique style of visual language creation. You will investigate issues affecting media, respond to issues through your work and create a high-quality portfolio.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Film & Screen Media FD at Leeds City College
| 30% | Caring personal services |
| 30% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 10% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 10% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
Typical offer: 64 UCAS tariff points from two A-levels (or equivalent qualifications), one of which must be in a relevant subject.
Qualification requirements
IELTS: IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any component. International qualifications: International qualifications will be assessed against these criteria. Mature applicants: University Centre Leeds welcomes applications from mature* applicants who may not have met the academic criteria, but who can demonstrate a wealth of experience in their chosen field. Candidates in this category and otherwise are likely to be interviewed to assess their suitability for the course and may be asked to provide a portfolio of evidence to support their application. *21 years and over at the start of the course RPL claims: The course structure actively supports claims for Recognition of Prior Certified Learning (RPCL) or Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL). Portfolio: A portfolio of work is desirable.
Costs
Tuition Fees Film & Screen Media FD
| England UK | £8745 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £8745 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £8745 | year 1 |
| Wales | £8745 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Fees are charged per academic year
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
August 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
UCAS application code:
F244
About Leeds City College
Leeds City College is the largest provider of further education courses in the English city of Leeds, where roughly 25,000 students work towards A-level, BTEC and vocational qualifications. The college delivers their programmes from three campus sites: Printworks, Park Lane, and Quarry Hill, with each location providing specialist facilities and a vibrant and internationally diverse learning environment.
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Digital Design and Media – Visual Effects for Film and Games FdA | Yeovil College | - | - | - | £7986 £7986 | - | - | Yeovil |
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