BA (Hons) Writing and Film in Cambridge United Kingdom | Anglia Ruskin University

Enhance your creative writing and film production abilities while exploring influential films, writers, and directors through our BA (Hons) Writing and Film program in Cambridge. You'll master crafting compelling narratives across various formats - from poetry and drama to short stories, films, and documentaries. The course focuses on professional writing techniques for film, covering screenwriting and film criticism.

Receive expert feedback on your creative projects from published authors, including faculty members and Royal Literary Fund fellows, alongside peer reviews. This collaborative environment helps refine your work while developing your analytical abilities.

Examine global filmmaking approaches and acquire technical film language knowledge as you create short films in digital, animation, or 16mm formats. Professional training covers camera work, sound engineering, and editing. Customize your studies through elective modules or language courses via our Anglia Language Programme in Years 2 and 3. You may also opt for international study to broaden your cultural perspective, with potential funding available.

Benefit from our industry connections for networking and placement opportunities. Past students have secured positions with organizations including the BBC, Cambridge Film Festival, Pinewood Studios, and Sight & Sound magazine. Participate in real-world projects with partner institutions - recent collaborations include creating promotional videos for mental health charity Lifecraft.