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Together we make, experiment and innovate. <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/apply">Apply now</a> to start studying at our specialist <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/pre-degree">Post-16 campus</a>, choose a <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses">BA (Hons) degree</a> with options available for <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate">September 2024</a> and <a href="https://www.plymouthart.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/january-starts-and-distance-learning">January 2025</a> starts, or explore the <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate">Postgraduate courses</a> we have available.

Are you 16-19? Passionate about film? Want a career in the film industry? Then the <a href="http://www.bfi.org.uk/">BFI Film Academy </a>— UK Network Programme is for you.

This exciting programme offers a hands-on filmmaking course, aimed at developing your knowledge and skills and encouraging your special interests.
Arts University Plymouth will not be offering the BFI course for the academic year 2023/24, but please check back next year for more information on future courses.

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Our post-16 pre-degree courses at Arts University Plymouth will help you build a dynamic portfolio of art, design, craft or digital media, readying you for success in Higher Education or in industry. Find out how to apply now.

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If you're under 19 years old and a permanent UK resident, our pre-degree courses are completely free of charge.

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At Arts University Plymouth we believe in high quality education for life in contemporary arts practice, as the creative catalyst for personal, professional and cultural transformation. We place the aspirations and support needs of every student at the very heart of our creative enterprise.

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The BFI Film Academy programme offers hands-on filmmaking courses for 16-19 year olds, aimed at developing your knowledge and skills and encouraging your special interests.