Apply to BFI Film Academy Short Courses Leeds & Bradford
Applications are now closed.
If you're 16-19 years old, enthusiastic about film and want to learn the skills, knowledge and contacts to bring your stories to life then this is your chance to break into film.
Now in its 14th year, our fully accessible course includes sessions delivered by expert industry mentors, hands-on filmmaking experience and the chance to meet and collaborate with like-minded aspiring filmmakers.
BFI Film Academy Short Courses offer training for every role involved in filmmaking. You will be making a short film from start to finish, including writing, producing, editing and presenting your work on the big screen.
Applications will close midnight, Thursday 25 September 2025.
MORE INFORMATION
Course Accessibility
The BFI Film Academy encourages young people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
Please email eleanor.hodson@leeds.gov.uk to discuss any learning support or access requirements that you may have.
Costs
Short courses are free, however there are bursaries available if child care/travel costs are an issue.
If you would like more information about the course please email eleanor.hodson@leeds.gov.uk about the BFI Film Academy Short Courses.
About the BFI Film Academy Short Courses
The BFI Film Academy Short Courses contributes to a core aim of the BFI’s 2033 strategy which aims to provide everyone with the opportunity to build a lifelong relationship with film; to create clear progression paths for talented young people and to ensure that film is celebrated and explored in formal education. The BFI Film Academy Short Courses are supported by the UK government's Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and National Lottery.
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