BFI Film Academy - Short Courses
Screen skills courses for young people aged 16 to 19

A filmmaker composes a shot as part of HOME's BFI Film Academy Short CourseA filmmaker composes a shot as part of HOME's BFI Film Academy Short Course

Key information

2023 applications closed

What's involved

Learn from industry experts
Make your own short film

Practical courses for aspiring filmmakers in the North of England.

BFI Film Academy Short Courses train and inspire aspiring filmmakers aged 16-19. Over the course of several weeks, participants learn about the film industry, hear from expert mentors and get the chance to create their own short film from start to finish.

Short Courses are available across the North of England, and are delivered by leading arts organisations who can help you break into the film industry.

Applications for the 2023 round of Short Courses are now closed. You can find your nearest Short Course provider in the list below. Get in touch with them, or follow their channels, to find out when 2024 applications open.

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