A converted church in Fulham is home to London Film Academy, an independent film school that keeps its courses hands-on. Students write, shoot and edit their own films, on digital and on 16mm, from the first term. Groups are small and much of the teaching comes from working filmmakers. It suits people who want to make films rather than study them.
London, United Kingdom
Official website: londonfilmacademy.com
Independent film school
Converted church in Fulham, west London
Practical filmmaking, digital and 16mm
£16,000 – £26,000
International students, varies by course
£18,000 – £24,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on londonfilmacademy.com before you apply.
Filmmaking Diploma
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0
MA Filmmaking
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5
BA (Hons) Filmmaking
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0
MA Screenwriting
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5
Students shoot their own films from the first term.
Small classes taught by working filmmakers.
A studio and edit suites inside a former church.
Graduates work as directors, producers, editors, camera assistants and writers.
Many start as freelancers on UK film, TV and commercial sets.
Check Graduate visa eligibility for your specific course before you enrol.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
Rolling
Fulham is a leafy, residential part of west London, with Fulham Broadway station and the King's Road nearby.
Student crews shoot all over the city, from Soho streets to riverside locations along the Thames. Rent is high, so many students share further out on the District line.
CAS from London Film Academy
Proof of funds for fees and living costs
English test at B2 level or above
TB test certificate, if required
Immigration Health Surcharge payment
Valid passport with blank pages
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. International students should apply several months ahead to allow for interviews, portfolio review and visa processing.
Most courses start in the autumn. Ask admissions about any other start dates for your course.
The Student route visa. Your CAS comes from London Film Academy after you meet your offer conditions and pay the deposit; the online application needs proof of funds, your English result and the health surcharge.
The Filmmaking Diploma and the MA courses are the main options. Entry is based on a portfolio, a personal statement and an interview. International applicants need IELTS 6.0-6.5 or equivalent.
The academy has a small number of scholarships and bursaries. Check its website or ask admissions which awards are open to international students.
