Film & television degrees at UCA

If you dream of building a career in filmmaking, television production, acting, screenwriting or set and costume design, our film and television degrees will give you the knowledge and skills to succeed.

At UCA, our film courses and TV degrees give you the skills, experience, and industry connections to launch a successful career in film and television. Our campuses are perfectly located to offer work experience and networking opportunities, helping you build valuable industry contacts from day one.

You'll have access to our extensive campus facilities, including our dedicated Film and Media Centre at UCA Farnham, featuring specialist spaces for audio and video capture, control rooms, a dubbing theatre, and rehearsal and performance areas. If you're studying Television Production, you'll be based at Maidstone Television Studios, one of the UK’s leading TV production hubs.

As a graduate of our film production degree or film and television degree, you’ll join a network of award-winning alumni—including Oscar and BAFTA winners—who have made their mark in the industry. Our students regularly earn prestigious awards for their work, showcasing the strength of our film production courses.

We’ve also partnered with BAFTA and Albert to integrate sustainability and industry best practices into our film production university degrees, ensuring you graduate with the essential training to step confidently into the world of film and TV.


Film Production at UCA

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Study Film at UCA
Heartstopper, Season 3 at UCA. Image courtesy of Netflix

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Students join the crew of Heartstopper
BA Film Production Showreel 2026

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Film Production showreel 2026
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Film portfolio advice
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Film alumni directing duo: That Jam
Grad Show at UCA Farnham

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Farnham Grad Show 2026

Undergraduate Film & TV degrees

Postgraduate Film & TV degrees

Open Days at UCA

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University guides for film students


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Explore our student work

Each year, we’re privileged to be able to share our graduates’ incredible work with the world. And now’s your chance to take a look.

 

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Discover the stories of our Film and TV students
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TV Production Students Work on Wild West Game Show
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Students undertake work placement at ITV
TV Production students work on new David Tenant game show
Comedy Relics produced by UCA Television Production students at Maidstone Studio
Comedy Relics
Lights, Camera, Learning: Students work with comedy legends at Maidstone Studios
Students at the Kodak/NAHEMI Commercial Awards
Kodak/NAHEMI Commercial Awards
BA Film students enter the Awards
A day at the BBC
A day behind the scenes at the BBC
Film, media and performing arts students explore the Beeb
Kate Herron
Director of Loki & Sex Education
Craig Luck at the FINCH premiere
Craig Luck
How a short film script became a Tom Hanks feature film
Hayley Dickinson Film Graduate on Set
Hayley Dickinson
From Farnham to LA

Upcoming webinars


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Student experience webinars


21 Oct 2026

Making an Outstanding Portfolio & Applicant Day Advice

We know that creating an outstanding portfolio can be difficult when you’re not sure where to start, so we’re here to get you started with our top tips on what to include and how to submit it.   Book now: Making an Outstanding Portfolio & Applicant Day Advice

18 Nov 2026

How to write a personal statement for a creative degree

Join us for an engaging online webinar that provides you with the latest insights, expert knowledge, and a unique opportunity to interact directly with our panel of experts! Book now: How to write a personal statement for a creative degree

9 Dec 2026

Supporting Students at University - Information for Parents & Guardians

Is your child thinking about applying to university? Are you unsure of how to support them through this important application? We’re here to help you and your child navigate through the UCAS application process.   Book now: Supporting Students at University - Information for Parents & Guardians

20 Jan 2027

Making an Outstanding Portfolio & Applicant Day Advice

We know that creating an outstanding portfolio can be difficult when you’re not sure where to start, so we’re here to get you started with our top tips on what to include and how to submit it.   Book now: Making an Outstanding Portfolio & Applicant Day Advice

27 Jan 2027

Postgraduate Opportunities – A focus on PhDs & Masters

At UCA, we offer a range of postgraduate options at both Master's and PhD level that will help you further your skills, ready for a career within the creative industries.  Book now: Postgraduate Opportunities – A focus on PhDs & Masters

17 Feb 2027

How to Apply to Accommodation

Applying for accommodation can be a confusing process when you’re unsure of what to look out for, from different room options to staying in halls or in private accommodation off-campus, there’s a lot to consider. But don’t worry, we’re here to help.   Book now: How to Apply to Accommodation

18 Feb 2027

Living at Home while at Uni

Want to know what its like to be a student who commutes? Join us to speak to our panel of commuter students, and find out how to still obtain the most from student life while having all the comforts of home. Book now: Living at Home while at Uni

31 Mar 2027

Postgraduate Opportunities – A focus on PhDs & Masters

At UCA, we offer a range of postgraduate options at both Master's and PhD level that will help you further your skills, ready for a career within the creative industries.  Book now: Postgraduate Opportunities – A focus on PhDs & Masters

14 Apr 2027

A Guide to Student Finance & Budgeting at University

Want to know more about student finance and budgeting at university? We understand everyone’s financial situations are different, and at UCA we try to support you as much as possible throughout your time with us. Book now: A Guide to Student Finance & Budgeting at University

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Film studio, UCA Farnham

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Specialist facilities

Recording Studio, UCA Farnham

Farnham: Audio & Broadcast Studios

Digital Media Suite, UCA Farnham

Farnham: Creative Computing Labs

Recording Studio, UCA Farnham

Farnham: Lumina Media Centre

Students using the Games Motion Capture Studio

Farnham: Motion Capture Studio

Virtual Production & Motion Capture Studio, UCA Farnham

Farnham: Virtual Production Studio

Careers in Film & TV

What can you do with a degree in film? A lot of different things! Our graduates have gone on to work for organisations including the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, RSA Films, Jim Henson's Creature Shop and Cartoon Network, and our courses will prepare you to work in a range of fields including:

  • Audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operator
  • Actor
  • Screenwriter
  • Director
  • Editor
  • Producer
  • Production design
  • Camera operator
  • Sound designer
  • Independent filmmaker
  • Lighting and camera operator
  • Production manager
  • Digital film editing
  • Digital visual effects
  • CGI animator
  • Flash animator
  • Experimental film and video creation
  • Installation artistry
  • digital photography
  • Prop, set or costume design
  • Product, prop and costume buying

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Film & TV news


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UCA's creative studios
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03 Sep 2026

UCA helps redefine the future of screen storytelling

RTS Student Award 2026 winners
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23 Apr 2026

Students celebrate wins at RTS Southern Centre Student Awards 2026
Dylan Mogg, BA (Hons) Games Arts, UCA Farnham
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21 Jan 2026

How to make a perfect games design portfolio for university
Behind-the-scenes shooting of 'Stranger Things' Experience promo film. Directed by William McGregor and starring Mille Bobby Brown
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22 Dec 2025

UCA film alum joins the world of ‘Stranger Things’

Comedy Relics. Produced by UCA Television Production students at Maidstone Studios
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14 Oct 2025

Lights, Camera, Learning: UCA Students work with comedy legends at Maidstone Studios
BA (Hons) Film & Screen Studies - Photo by Sambor Czarnawski-Iliev
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09 Jun 2025

How to make a perfect film portfolio for university
Tales of Exile team at RTS Southern Awards ceremony
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04 Apr 2025

Awards a plenty at RTS Southern Awards
Virtual Production Studio, UCA Farnham
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25 Feb 2025

What careers can you do with a Film degree?

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