NFTS (National Film and Television School)

The National Film and Television School (NFTS) is a specialist education institution focused on practical, industry-facing training for the film, television and games sectors. From its main Beaconsfield Studios campus and hubs across the UK, the School offers a wide portfolio of career-focused courses including Masters, diplomas, certificates, workshops, short courses and bitesize training, alongside other industry-facing schemes. Provision spans disciplines such as directing, producing, editing, screenwriting, animation, camera, sound, visual effects, games, audience engagement and creative business, delivered in state-of-the-art production facilities that mirror professional environments. NFTS positions itself as a “globally renowned production powerhouse”, emphasising intensive, hands-on learning guided by working industry professionals. The School highlights strong links with major studios and broadcasters as well as a substantial track record of alumni credits on high-end television, major feature films and games. It also notes that production costs for student work are met by the School and that a significant funding pot is available annually to support UK students, aiming to broaden access to the screen industries. While the site references plans for a new apprenticeship centre as part of an expansion of its Beaconsfield campus, detailed information about specific apprenticeship standards or programmes is not provided on the pages reviewed.