Calling Young Filmmakers!

We are open for applications …

Do you love watching or making films?

Will you be 16-19 years old by December 2023 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 BFI Film Academy, is open to all with a special focus on creating a supportive and inclusive environment for disabled and neurodivergent young people.

Our next award-winning BFI Film Academy Short Course starts in Dec 2023!

We have 12 FREE places available!
During our Film Academy you will work as a team to create your very own short film
No experience is necessary!
You will learn how to use a camera, record sound, film on location, edit and create a music soundtrack.
Travel and Access bursaries are also available
The Film Academy starts on Saturday 9th December 2023 - a full list of dates are below

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 19th and Saturday 26th November 2023
There are 4 Taster sessions available and each one lasts 2hrs and 15min
You only need to attend ONE!
All sessions take place within Newcastle upon Tyne

book a Taster and Application session - CLICK HERE!

Please note: If you are offered a place on our BFI Film Academy Short Course, there is a ONE-OFF £25 admin fee (which can be waived depending on circumstances)

Full list of Dates: filmmaking workshops will run from 10am - 3pm and take place on:

1) Sat 9 December 2023

2) Sun 10 December

3) Sat 13 January 2024

4) Sat 20 January

5) Sat 27 January

6) Sat 3 February

7) Sun 18 February

8) Tuesday 20 February

9) Wednesday 21 February