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Clearing 2026

Find Your Place Through Clearing

It’s not too late to start this year.

Clearing allows you to secure a place and begin your journey this year. Whether you already know what you want to study or you're still exploring your options, we're here to help you find the right course and take the next step with confidence.

Apply through Clearing today and start your future with us.

What is Clearing?

Clearing is an opportunity for students who have not secured a place in a university or college to find alternative courses or institutions that still have vacancies.

It can be useful for those who have changed their mind about their course or institution, or for those who have decided to apply to university after the initial application deadline has passed.

Real Stories: Applying Through Clearing

Meet Jordan, an alumnus who joined CFS through Clearing. In this video, he shares how he used his professional experience to build a strong portfolio to successfully apply through Clearing.

His story is a great example of how there’s no single path into higher education, just the one that’s right for you.

Creative Work Sample Requirements

Depending on your chosen course, you may be asked to submit a creative work sample as part of your application.

We're looking for applicants with a passion for storytelling and creativity. Your work sample provides an opportunity to showcase your ideas, approach, and what makes your creative voice unique.

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Accomodation

To offer students a fantastic accommodation option while studying with us, we have partnered with Finddigs.

FindDigs is a specialist in providing accommodation for local and international students. We have reserved rooms for our students to book in their Cedar Hall Student Residence and Furzedown Student Village, both located in Tooting.

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Life around Clapham

A global hub for the film industry, London is the ideal place to pursue your filmmaking dreams. Central Film School is located in Clapham, London, giving you access to renowned film studios, production companies, and a vibrant creative community.

Our diverse and creative population is the backbone of what makes London the perfect place to start your career.

 

Our Undergraduate Programmes

At Central Film School, you can choose to complete your undergraduate degree in either two or three years. Each pathway is specifically designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to thrive in the screen industry, whether you’re looking for a fast-tracked route or a more in-depth journey

2-year accelerated degrees Entry Requirements: To apply for our 2-year degrees, you’ll need a minimum of 96 UCAS points.

3-year degrees Entry Requirements: To apply for our 3-year degrees, you’ll need a minimum of 32 UCAS points.

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BA (Hons) Practical Filmmaking


Our two-year accelerated pathway offers an intensive route for students eager to fast-track their filmmaking journey. You’ll gain the hands-on skills and practical knowledge needed to thrive in the screen industries.

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BA (Hons) Acting for Screen


Our two-year accelerated Acting pathway fast-tracks your on-screen performance skills. You’ll develop versatility in film, television and voice work, refining your acting style in real industry settings. 

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BA (Hons) Screenwriting
 

 

This course is designed to teach aspiring screenwriters the essential skills, across a range of disciplines, to prepare them for a career in the screen industries.

 

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BA (Hons) Post-Production & VFX 

 

This course provides you with the technical skills and knowledge needed to prepare you for a successful career in the screen industries.

 

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Our Postgraduate Programmes

At Central Film School, we offer master's degrees in Filmmaking, Screenwriting (online), and Virtual Production. Whether you're looking to specialise further in your field or pivot your career into Film and TV, our degrees provide a comprehensive overview to set you up for entering the creative industry.

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MA Filmmaking


This comprehensive programme provides essential knowledge and skills to excel in both independent filmmaking and thrive in the dynamic screen industries.

 
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MA Screenwriting (Online)


The MA Screenwriting programme equips you with the essential skills to write, develop, and pitch screenplays. 

 

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MA Virtual Production

 

This programme offers a dedicated pathway for postgraduates to enter specialised technical sectors within the screen industries.

 

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Have a question?

We're here to help every step of the way. If you would like to enquire about a course or book a call with a member of our Admissions Team please fill out the form below.

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