Broadway Cinema - Nottingham - Participant Application Form for BFI Film Academy Short Course Programme 2025-26

BFI Film Academy Short Course 2025-26 - Participant Application Form
Broadway are the lead partner of the East Midlands for the 2025-26 BFI Film Academy Short Course Programme. They are proudly partnered with QUAD in Derby, Paradigm Arts in Lincoln & The Core at Corby Cube and Northampton Film Festival in Corby.
Welcome to the BFI Film Academy Short Course 2025–26 Application Form!

This application form is for young people interested in joining Broadway Cinema's prestigious BFI Film Academy Short Course 2025–26.

To find out more about the programme — including what it involves, eligibility criteria, key dates and locations, alumni progression, and to register for a free online information session — please visit our dedicated course page here.

Applications open: Friday 1 August 2025

Applications close: Sunday 21 September 2025 at 11.45pm.

Before you begin your application, please read the following important information:
- Correct Course: Please ensure you are applying to the correct East Midlands Short Course - details can be found on the dedicated page here.
- Attendance: You must be available to attend all course dates and times (listed on the main course page) to be considered.
- Completeness: All sections of the application form must be completed in full. You can save this form and return to it later — just make sure you submit your application by the deadline.
- Creative Work: You’ll have the opportunity to share your creative interests and experience through written statements and links to your work. Please stay within the word limits and ensure all hyperlinks and passwords work.
- Competitiveness: This is a highly competitive programme, and we will only select 20 participants. To strengthen your application, we strongly recommend signing up for one of our online information sessions for tips and detailed guidance.
Good luck, and we look forward to reading your application!
Eligibility Criteria:
Course Information:
To be eligible for shortlisting, interested applicants must tick all of the below criteria.*

I am/will be aged 16-19 years old of the first day of the course.I am a UK Resident.I am NOT currently studying or enrolled at University when the course commences.I have NOT previously taken part on a BFI Film Academy Course (incl. Short and Specialist).
Are you able to attend all schedule and publicised course dates and times linked above for Broadway's BFI Film Academy Short Course?*

YesNo
If you've selected 'No', please provide dates and times you aren't to attend and why
How did you learn about Broadway's BFI Film Academy Short Course Programme? This will help us tell people about the programme more effectively next year*

Broadway's BFI Film Academy team / Ella TownsendBroadwayFamily/ FriendFilm Hub MidlandsNewsletter (Broadway)Newsletter (BFI Film Academy)Social Media (@broadwaycinema)Social Media (@bfifilmacademy)Social Media (@filmhubmidlands)The BFIThe King's TrustYour School / College / Sixth FormOther
Section 1 - Applicant Information:
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Preferred Name*
e.g. First Name is Olivia but prefers to be called Liv.
Preferred Pronouns*

She/Her/HersHe/Him/HisThey/Them/TheirsOther pronouns you identify with
Prefer to self-describe other pronouns you identify with
Date of Birth*

DayMonthYear
Your Address*

Street Address Line 1

Street Address Line 2

CityCounty

Postal Code
Email Address*
We strongly advise that if you haven't already, create and use your own personal email address for correspondences. Especially if you're currently using a school, college, or parent/guardian's email address for example.
Contact Number*
This contact number should be only for yourself, and we strongly advise that you provide us with a mobile number.
Current School, Sixth Form or College - Where and what are you currently studying? (if applicable):
e.g. XXX college studying Photography and Film Studies
Current Employment - Where and what? (if applicable):
e.g. Cafe or restaurant as part-time or full-time etc.
Gap Year - If yes, are you able to give more details as to why? (if applicable):
e.g. Want a year out to try new areas of development or break from education etc.
Section 2 - Supporting Statements:
Guidance:
- Note it is likely there will be more applications than places and applicants will be selected based on their responses and material submitted through this application form.
- Please use the section to tell us why you’re the right candidate to be accepted on this course.
- We strongly encourage you to save your supporting statements in a word document and cut and paste them into the application form to avoid losing your work.
- Ensure hyperlinks and passwords are valid before submitting so we can review examples of previously created work.
- We encourage applicants to research and delve into the highly recognised industry organisation ScreenSkills website to explore the diverse job roles within the film and creative industries here. It takes hundreds and sometimes thousands of individuals to create a film, not one person is more important than another - everyone is equal.
Why do you want to take part on Broadway's BFI Film Academy Short Course Programme? - 350 word limit*

Please be descriptive.0/350
Tell us about your experience and/or interest in Film/Filmmaking - 350 word limit*

This could include your favourite film, TV programme or streaming series, a class that you have taken as part of your studies, or your favourite and inspiring filmmakers. If you like, you can submit some work (a short film/photography/piece of writing/ a portfolio website or channel/ an animation film etc.) to support your answer. Please provide these links and passwords (if required) to YouTube, Vimeo, GDrive etc.0/350
Please use this place to tell us if you have any particular or specific areas of interest in film such as - Assistant Directing, Producing, Art Department, Lighting etc. - 350 word limit*

As mentioned above, this is a very competitive process so please research and be descriptive.0/350
Section 3 - Terms and Conditions:
Declaration:

The BFI Film Academy will be delivered by Nottingham's course provider - Broadway Cinema.

Your submission of this form to us will constitute your confirmation of the following declaration:
- I hereby confirm that the information I have given in this application is true and correct.
- I confirm my availability for the BFI Film Academy as per the dates given above.
- I agree that the BFI Film Academy course provider (Broadway Cinema) and/or the BFI may, for administrative purposes only, make copies of any material submitted in support of my application.
- By submitting this form, I understand that this BFI Film Academy course provider (Broadway Cinema) and the BFI will store and process my data as described below in accordance with professional standards and data protection legislation.
- If under 18 I confirm that my parent or guardian has given me permission to apply to the BFI Film Academy.
Data Protection:

In order for you to be able to participate in the BFI Film Academy - the course provider (Broadway Cinema) needs to be able to process your personal data as part of the applications, registration, learning support, and awards processes.
- Part or all of the information you give to the BFI Film Academy course provider will be provided to the BFI.
- The BFI will retain this information following your participation in the Film Academy for statistical purposes only, unless otherwise agreed.
- The BFI may share your name and contact details with a company who helps evaluate the BFI Film Academy. They may contact you to invite you to participate in a survey evaluating the course.
Alumni Opportunities:

The BFI, this BFI Film Academy course provider, and Film Hub Midlands would like to stay in touch and email you with news and information on events, courses and alumni opportunities which you may be interested in for example, Traineeship Programmes and Mentoring Schemes.
If you would like to receive these updates please tick Yes.*

YesNo
Terms and Conditions*
Date*

DayMonthYear
Date
Your Signature*

Clear
Section 4 - Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form:
The British Film Institute wishes to ensure that all aspects of our work reflect diversity and support equality of opportunity. Therefore, we would like to take this opportunity to ask you to complete an equality monitoring form.

This monitoring information helps us to identify where there are gaps in our recruitment so that we can work to attract talented people from these groups and areas. It also helps us to ensure that there is no discrimination.

Your cooperation in completing this form is greatly appreciated.

Any information you provide us with will be processed separately to your application to the BFI Film Academy and used for equalities monitoring purposes only. We use this information to produce anonymised statistical data on equalities, which we may publish and share with the government departments providing our funding.

Please note you will need to return this form as part of your application, providing any of the information requested is optional.
Gender
What best describes your gender?*

Man (including trans men)Woman (including trans women)Non Binary / Gender QueerPrefer not to sayPrefer to self-identity
If you prefer to self-identify, please detail below:
Are you the same gender as assigned to you at birth?*

YesNoPrefer not to say
Ethnic Background
Which option best describes your Ethnic Origin or Background?*

Asian/ Asian British - BangladeshiAsian / Asian British - ChineseAsian / Asian British - IndianAsian / Asian British - PakistaniAny other Asian/South Asian/East Asian/South East Asian backgroundsBlack / Black British - AfricanBlack / Black British - CaribbeanAny other Black/African/Caribbean backgroundsMixed/Multiple Ethnic Groups - Asian & WhiteMixed/Multiple Ethnic Groups - Black African & WhiteMixed/Multiple Ethnic Groups - Black Caribbean & WhiteAny other Mixed/Multiple Ethnic Group backgroundsWhite - British (English/Welsh/Scottish or Northern Irish)White - IrishWhite - RomaWhite - Gypsy or Irish TravellerAny other White backgroundsOther Ethnic Group - ArabOther Ethnic Group - JewishOther Ethnic Group - Middle Eastern & North African HeritageOther Ethnic Group - West and Central Asian HeritageAny Other Ethnic Group backgroundsPrefer not to say
Socioeconomic Background
What was the occupation of your main household earner when you were aged about 14?*

Modern Professional & Traditional Professional Occupations (such as: Teacher, Nurse, Physiotherapist, Social Worker, Musician, Police Officer (Sergeant or above), Software Designer, Accountant, Solicitor, Medical Practitioner, Scientist, Civil/Mechanical Engineer)Senior, Middle or Junior Managers or Administrators (such as: Finance Manager, Chief Executive, Large Business Owner, Office Manager, Retail Manager, Bank Manager, Restaurant Manager, Warehouse Manager)Clerical and Intermediate Occupations (such as: Secretary, Personal Assistant, Call Centre Agent, Clerical Worker, Nursery Nurse)Technical and Craft Occupations (such as: Motor Mechanic, Plumber, Printer, Electrician, Gardener, Train Driver)Routine, Semi-Routine Manual and Service Occupations (such as: Postal Worker, Machine Operative, Security Guard, Caretaker, Farm Worker, Catering Assistant, Sales Assistant, HGV Driver, Cleaner, Porter, Packer, Labourer, Waiter/Waitress, Bar Staff)Long-Term Unemployed (Claimed Jobseeker’s Allowance or earlier Unemployment Benefit for more than a year)Small Business Owners who employed less than 25 people (such as: Corner Shop Owners, Small Plumbing Companies, Retail Shop Owner, Single Restaurant or Cafe Owner, Taxi Owner, Garage Owner)This question does not apply due to being care experiencedStudentPrefer not to sayUnsure/Don't knowOther
If you selected other, please specify:
Have you ever been in care that is, looked after by the state?*

Yes, I am currently in careYes, I was previously in careNo, I have not been in carePrefer not to say
Have you ever been eligible for-or received, free school meals?*

Yes, in the last yearYes, in the last three yearsYes, in the last five yearsNoUnsure/Don't knowPrefer not to say
Disability
Do you relate to any of these statements? (You can choose more than one)

I am a disabled personI have a disabilityI have a long-term health conditionI am autistic of neurodivergentI have a mental health conditionI am DeafI am deaf or hard of hearingI am dyslexic or dyspraxicI am sight impairedI have long-term difficulties with mobility which impact my regular day-to-day lifeNo, I don't relate to any of theseDon't knowPrefer not to sayPrefer to self-indentifyOther
If you would Prefer to self-identify - please detail here.
Is there any other information you wish to share which you feel would help us support you better during the course?

0/150
Have you applied to another BFI Film Academy Short Course?*

YesNo
If, Yes - please state
e.g. Applied to both Derby and Nottingham
Before You Submit:

Please double-check that all sections of your application are fully completed — this includes making sure any links to creative work are working correctly and that passwords (if required) are provided and accurate.

The BFI Film Academy team at Broadway Cinema may get in touch with you if we have any questions about your application. We recommend checking your email regularly (including your junk/spam folder), and adding filmacademy@broadway.org.uk to your contacts to avoid missing any important messages.

Thank you for taking the time to apply to Broadway Cinema’s BFI Film Academy Short Course 2025–26 — we appreciate your interest and effort.
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BFI Film Academy Short Course 2025-26 - Participant Application Form

Broadway are the lead partner of the East Midlands for the 2025-26 BFI Film Academy Short Course Programme. They are proudly partnered with QUAD in Derby, Paradigm Arts in Lincoln & The Core at Corby Cube and Northampton Film Festival in Corby.

Eligibility Criteria:

Course Information:

Section 1 - Applicant Information:

Section 2 - Supporting Statements:

Section 3 - Terms and Conditions:

Section 4 - Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form:

Gender

Ethnic Background

Socioeconomic Background

Disability