Which Film Production course?
Hi,
I can't decide which courses to choose as my first and second options for Film Production - does anyone have any advice?:
1. AUB (reasonable chance at getting grades)
2. Salford Uni (unconditional)
3. Leeds Beckett (unconditional)
I think I want to put AUB first, but I haven't visited Leeds yet. I like Salford, but I'm looking for a practical course rather than too many written assessments. I like AUB because of their facilities, Funding Futures/industry links, and location (I like nature, hiking and camping). But I also want good links with industry so that I can build up my professional experience.
Thank you!
I can't decide which courses to choose as my first and second options for Film Production - does anyone have any advice?:
1. AUB (reasonable chance at getting grades)
2. Salford Uni (unconditional)
3. Leeds Beckett (unconditional)
I think I want to put AUB first, but I haven't visited Leeds yet. I like Salford, but I'm looking for a practical course rather than too many written assessments. I like AUB because of their facilities, Funding Futures/industry links, and location (I like nature, hiking and camping). But I also want good links with industry so that I can build up my professional experience.
Thank you!
Hi Rolymail,
I would definitely recommend that you go to the offer holder days that each uni puts on. Our next one for Salford Film is in March, you should have received an email invite.
Offer holder days are usually much more in depth than open days as there are less visitors. I know that the Salford Film course put on activities instead of just a talk. Offer holder days generally aim to give an idea of what some of your modules are like, and get a taste of that uni's teaching style.
The other thing I always recommend to people when deciding on which uni to pick is to forget the course. Instead focus on vibes. Can you see yourself living and enjoying your 3 years in that place. Because no matter how good the course is, if you aren't happy in the city/town it's based in then you will likely fall apart. It's so important that you have access to the things you enjoy doing and outlets to relieve stress.
You are correct that industry links are very helpful/important in film. As getting work is very dependent on networking when you first start, so you are smart to look for that in a course.
If you haven't been to Leeds at all yet, I would definitely make sure you do have a look around before making your choice.
Once you have visited all three, really listen to your gut instinct. It can be hard because it's such a big decision so you feel it has to be a logical choice not emotional, but so much changes when you go to uni that you want to make sure its where you feel comfortable. Not just where you logically think you should go.
Hope this helps
and feel free to message, if you have any more questions.
Eleanor
University of Salford Student Rep
I would definitely recommend that you go to the offer holder days that each uni puts on. Our next one for Salford Film is in March, you should have received an email invite.
Offer holder days are usually much more in depth than open days as there are less visitors. I know that the Salford Film course put on activities instead of just a talk. Offer holder days generally aim to give an idea of what some of your modules are like, and get a taste of that uni's teaching style.
The other thing I always recommend to people when deciding on which uni to pick is to forget the course. Instead focus on vibes. Can you see yourself living and enjoying your 3 years in that place. Because no matter how good the course is, if you aren't happy in the city/town it's based in then you will likely fall apart. It's so important that you have access to the things you enjoy doing and outlets to relieve stress.
You are correct that industry links are very helpful/important in film. As getting work is very dependent on networking when you first start, so you are smart to look for that in a course.
If you haven't been to Leeds at all yet, I would definitely make sure you do have a look around before making your choice.
Once you have visited all three, really listen to your gut instinct. It can be hard because it's such a big decision so you feel it has to be a logical choice not emotional, but so much changes when you go to uni that you want to make sure its where you feel comfortable. Not just where you logically think you should go.
Hope this helps
and feel free to message, if you have any more questions.Eleanor
University of Salford Student Rep
Hi there, it’s great to hear you’re considering us at your first choice! All our courses at AUB have a strong practical focus with industry collaboration, so BA (Hons) Film Production could be the perfect fit for you.
We’ve had some major film successes lately from film alumni. Lars Thomas Skare worked as First AD on ‘Sentimental Value’ which won Best Film Not in the English Language at the 2026 BAFTAS last Sunday and is up for nine Academy Awards in March! 🏆
We recently spoke with James Rigby who, since graduating in 2024, has worked multiple roles and is now exploring his passion with videography – it’s a great story that highlights the possibilities of where your creative practice might end up after graduating from AUB.
Be sure to check out our stories from film students who talk about the course and student life at AUB, including this great course video we recently filmed with students Maddy and Toby.
You also mentioned industry links. During your studies you’ll have access to AUB Futures who actively showcase current creative roles on their Instagram page, including Iive briefs from external clients – they’ll provide you with careers support up to three years after you graduate. We also have Industry Patrons across our courses who share their experience and new insights into the industry. For Film Production, this is award-winning director Nick Rowland.
We’d also highly recommend visiting us at one of our summer Open Days or Campus Tours if you haven’t already. Let us know if you have any more questions.
– Ben, AUB
We’ve had some major film successes lately from film alumni. Lars Thomas Skare worked as First AD on ‘Sentimental Value’ which won Best Film Not in the English Language at the 2026 BAFTAS last Sunday and is up for nine Academy Awards in March! 🏆
We recently spoke with James Rigby who, since graduating in 2024, has worked multiple roles and is now exploring his passion with videography – it’s a great story that highlights the possibilities of where your creative practice might end up after graduating from AUB.
Be sure to check out our stories from film students who talk about the course and student life at AUB, including this great course video we recently filmed with students Maddy and Toby.
You also mentioned industry links. During your studies you’ll have access to AUB Futures who actively showcase current creative roles on their Instagram page, including Iive briefs from external clients – they’ll provide you with careers support up to three years after you graduate. We also have Industry Patrons across our courses who share their experience and new insights into the industry. For Film Production, this is award-winning director Nick Rowland.
We’d also highly recommend visiting us at one of our summer Open Days or Campus Tours if you haven’t already. Let us know if you have any more questions.
– Ben, AUB
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