The professionally accredited Filmmaking & Screen-writing course at University of the West of Scotland, which incorporates industry experience opportunities, gives you the chance to make your own films and write scripts whilst studying classic and cult films from around the world Appealing to those interested in creative filmmaking, screen-writing, and film analysis, this course will develop essential creative, critical and professional skills that are important within cinema, TV and related cultural industries. You will gain experience in key areas of production, such as research and script-writing, camera and sound operation, and current postproduction techniques. The course helps improve transferable skills such as communication and presentation expertise and you will also build a portfolio of work throughout. You can develop interests in the historical, technological and aesthetic development of filmmaking. The University is well-equipped with the latest digital film technology, television studios, and performance spaces, and modules are taught by industry professionals. You will also benefit from guest lectures and workshops (which have included visits from film director Peter Mullan and film and TV writer Sergio Casci).

UWS graduates have found employment as directors, camera operators and editors. Moving image production (independent film, cinema and television) is growing considerably in Scotland and is creating a wide range of career opportunities. Graduates will be able to apply skills to a number of areas including film and television production, journalism, marketing, and management. Further study is possible at MA and PhD level.