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BFI Film Academy


Calling Young Filmmakers!

Our BFI Film Academy, is open to all with a special focus on creating a supportive and inclusive environment for disabled and neuro-divergent young people.

Do you love watching or making films?

  • Will you be 16-19 years old by 1st November 2024 or 20-25years old with an EHCP?

  • Would you like to shoot and star in your own film, in a film industry work environment?

Our next award-winning BFI Film Academy Short Course starts in November 2024!

  • We have 12 FREE places available!

  • No experience is necessary!

  • Learn how to use a camera, record sound, film on location, edit and create a music soundtrack.

  • Work as a team to create your very own short film

  • Travel and Access bursaries are also available

  • The Film Academy starts on Friday 1st November 2024

    Please note: if you have taken part in our BFI Film Academy before, this means that you are not eligible to apply to take part in this Film Academy.

To apply for a place you must attend a Taster & Application session.

  • Taster and Application sessions are FREE fun, hands-on workshops

  • They take place on Sunday 13th October 2024

  • There are 2 Taster sessions available and each one lasts 2hrs and 15min

  • You only need to attend ONE!

  • All sessions take place in Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne.


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