BA (Hons) Writing and Film (with Placement) 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 specific to film, covering screenwriting and film criticism.

Receive expert feedback on your creative projects from published authors, including our faculty 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 skills as you produce short films in digital, animation, or 16mm formats. Professional training covers all aspects of production, from camera work to sound design and editing. Customize your studies through optional modules, and in later years, you can learn a new language or study abroad to broaden your cultural perspective, with potential funding available.

Benefit from our industry connections to secure valuable work experience. Past students have interned with prestigious organizations including the BBC, Cannes Film Festival, Pinewood Studios, and major media outlets. You'll also engage in real-world projects, like our recent collaboration with mental health organization Lifecraft, where students created promotional video content.