Education and learning at the BFI

Learning at BFI Southbank

Curious or passionate about film and television? Take part in a wide range of learning opportunities for people of all ages:

  • Learning events for schools and teachers

If you are within reach of London or are planning a trip with your students during the term, book for one of our events at BFI Southbank or BFI IMAX. All our study days and training events are tied closely to curricular requirements and your students are guaranteed an unforgettable experience in our riverbank venues. At the BFI we believe that all children and young people should have opportunities to develop their moving image media literacy. As the guardian of one of the world's greatest collections of film and television we are delighted to help you make the most of this wonderful national resource.

  • Fun weekend and holiday activities for children and families
  • Future Film for young people
  • Cultural Community Film and Events: film screenings and lively, informative events, programmed in collaboration with local communities.
  • Courses and conferences

Learning resources

A wide range of free resources; resources you can buy and links to other resources for learning about film.

NEW! Ciné-minis A DVD with a 'starter' booklet and online teaching guide resource to support teaching and learning French with short films.

Conferences and professional developmentConferences, courses and professional development

Distance learning courses and media education conferences.

Media Courses and Multimedia Courses directory

Thousands of courses across England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

Education policy, research and advocacyEducation policy, research and advocacy

What we do and why, and other organisations we work with.

Last Updated: 03 Nov 2010