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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) · Undergraduate
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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: W600
Contemporary Film Making in the Highlands and Islands
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)Thurso, Scotland
4 yearsDuration
£15,870Per Year (Intl)
£9,250Home Fee
65%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BA (Hons) Contemporary Film Making in the Highlands and Islands at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about expressing creativity and innovation. Based in Thurso, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Set the scene for your future amongst the beautiful and diverse rural landscapes of Scotland. Write, capture, and produce creative films in collaboration with local communities; involve experts in the arts and cultural fields, and cultivate healthy industry links that will stand you in good stead for your future career. Study craft skills, editing and production, film studies, documentaries, and cultural archiving and recording, in an environment that encourages personal development and learning. International tuition fees are £15,870 per year, home/UK fees are £9,250 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £17,500 within three years, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Introduction to Film Studies and Aesthetics
Screenwriting and Narrative Development
Digital Production and Camera Craft
Non-Fiction Filmmaking and Documentary Practice
Post-Production and Editing Techniques
Cultural Heritage and Community Archiving
Film Industry Practice and Small Business Planning
Final Year Professional Project
UCAS Code:W600
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | CC one in a literary subject (eg English, History, Psychology) PLUS National 5 Computer Science at grade C or above, or equivalent. |
| UCAS Points | 63 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£15,870
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£63,480
Home Student Fee
£9,250
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £11,500 | £15,000 | £18,500 |
| 5 years | £14,000 | £19,500 | £24,500 |
UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 37% below UK average salary
This course
£15,000
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▼ 19% below UK average salary
This course
£19,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH25). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
75%Working
10%Studying
15%Work & Study
65%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject area averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
65%
Overall
Teaching on my course
65%Learning opportunities
71%Assessment and feedback
71%Academic support
66%Organisation and management
50%Learning resources
70%Student voice
63%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
50%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: Subject-group average for this provider
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About University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) offers Contemporary Film Making in the Highlands and Islands as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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