Bachelor in Film Studies Production Ba W600

Queen's University Belfast is a historic and research-led university located in the heart of Belfast, Northern Ireland. Founded as Queen's College Belfast in 1845 and established as an independent university in 1908, Queen's combines a long heritage with modern ambitions. The campus sits within a designated conservation area and serves a diverse community of around 24,915 students, including roughly 3,500 international students, creating a lively and inclusive environment for study and social life.

Academically, Queen's is a Russell Group member with strong disciplinary strengths and a clear focus on employability. The university hosts four flagship Global Research Institutes addressing Global Peace, Security and Justice; Cyber Security; Health Sciences; and Food Safety, offering students opportunities to engage with impactful research. Career-facing initiatives such as Degree Plus and targeted employer workshops enhance internships, placements and graduate prospects, while sustained investment in campus infrastructure has delivered new teaching facilities, a student centre and a cutting-edge clinical simulation centre for health-related programmes.

For international students, Belfast offers an affordable and welcoming city experience with rich cultural life and efficient transport links across the UK and Ireland. University support services help with arrival, visas and accommodation, and a variety of clubs, societies and volunteering options make it easy to build networks and gain practical experience. Queen's is a strong choice for students seeking rigorous teaching, active research opportunities and clear pathways into careers in the UK and beyond.

Classes for this programme take place within the Queen’s Film Theatre, an art house cinema that has been central to campus life for over 50 years, providing a unique environment where critical analysis meets the big screen. The degree is built on a two-decade reputation, bridging the gap between rigorous academic inquiry and the fast-paced realities of the creative industries. Students gain hands-on experience in a dedicated Film Studio equipped with broadcast-quality LED lighting, green screens, and professional-grade post-production suites running Avid Media Composer, DaVinci Resolve, and Pro Tools.

Integrated Industry Certification

Beyond traditional academic study, the programme acts as an Avid Authorised Learning Partner for Education. Students have the opportunity to embed industry-standard certification into their coursework, gaining recognized credentials in Media Composer and Pro Tools. This practical foundation is supported by strong connections to Northern Ireland’s burgeoning film sector, with regular masterclasses and workshops hosted by professionals from the BBC, NI Screen, and various independent production companies. The curriculum ensures that graduates emerge not just as observers of cinema, but as technically proficient practitioners capable of navigating the global media landscape.