Filmmaking

BA (Hons) Filmmaking at De Montfort University offers an immersive, hands-on education in the art and craft of filmmaking. You’ll gain practical experience in directing, cinematography, screenwriting, sound, editing, and post-production, while exploring emerging technologies like virtual production and motion capture. Taught by industry professionals, the course is structured around live briefs, independent projects, and real-world scenarios that prepare you for careers in film, television, and digital media. You’ll build a professional portfolio, attend guest masterclasses, and engage with film festivals and industry networks. Whether you want to be a director, editor, producer or cinematographer, this course gives you the tools to turn your vision into reality.

The BA (Hons) Filmmaking programme equips you with the comprehensive skills, knowledge, and practical experience essential for successful careers across the film, television, and broader media industries. Emphasising a balance of hands-on production practice alongside critical and theoretical study, the course nurtures both creative and professional development.

Throughout the programme, you will build expertise in core filmmaking disciplines, including:

Directing and Producing
Cinematography, Sound Recording, and Visual Storytelling
Screenwriting and Narrative Development
Editing and Post-Production
Film Festivals, Marketing, Audience Engagement, and Industry Strategies
Our curriculum is designed with an industry focus, providing opportunities for collaboration with media professionals, engagement with live briefs, and the creation of an industry-standard portfolio. By the end of the course, you will be prepared to enter the competitive media landscape with confidence and a strong body of work.

The dedicated teaching team warmly welcomes you to join us on this creative journey and looks forward to supporting your growth and success over the next three years.

At DMU, the focus is on your future - with work experience opportunities on every course, an employability-boosting careers award, and industry-led course content, you'll be well prepared to start your career.

You’ll get guaranteed work experience opportunities with UK and overseas placements, internships, and personalised training. DMU has been named the UK’s Best University for Work Experience (RateMyPlacement 2024 & 2025), offering personalised careers support, industry connections, and placements with global names like Rolls-Royce and Adobe.

DMU is one of only a few universities where you’ll benefit from modular, block teaching where you’ll study one subject at a time for deeper learning and better results.

Situated in the heart of Leicester, a vibrant student-friendly city, the campus is just a short walk from everything the city has to offer. Its central location means you can hop on a train and be in cities like London, Birmingham and Nottingham in around an hour or less.