HOME selected to deliver BFI Film Academy Programme

We are delighted to have been selected as one of the 45 BFI Film Academy course providers for 2015 from across the UK. The Academy UK Network programme offers hands-on filmmaking courses, aimed at developing the skills and knowledge of the nation’s next generation of filmmakers aged 16-19.

The scheme aims to give talented and committed young people aged 16-19 an excellent development experience led by industry experts, whilst also providing them with opportunities to explore a range of progression routes both through work placements and Higher Education.

The scheme has three overarching objectives: to ensure that there are opportunities for talented and committed young people from all backgrounds to undertake an intensive programme of film activities with structured outcomes, which will allow them to develop knowledge and skills which are relevant to both the commercial and cultural film sectors; to provide a small number of talented and committed young people who show exceptional potential and commitment a high quality residential development programme; and to encourage and develop emerging film talent from across the value chain, ensuring that the education experience includes a balance of creative, cultural, critical and business learning, and prepares its participants for the next stage of their development.

Participants who graduate from the scheme will become part of a growing network and be given further opportunities for training and development through events, networking and a developing alumni programme. Under the Cornerhouse brand, HOME has successfully delivered three BFI Film Academies as part of the UK Network Programme, with many graduates of the programme having secured places at prestigious film schools and positions in the industry.

The first HOME BFI Film Academy will run between October – December 2015. Potential applicants can find out more information and apply here, and the deadline for applications is 17:30 on Tue 29 September – good luck!