Learning and training | BFI Skip to content Learn, teach and get into film BFI Film Academy Explore opportunities for young creatives aged 16 to 25. BFI Film Academy Specialist Courses BFI Film Academy run a variety of Specialist Courses for talented and committed young people aged 16 to 19 to develop new skills and build a career in the film industry. Apply Get funding and support to progress my career If you are an emerging filmmaker, apply for funding to build skills and experience to stand out. Explore Learning opportunities Explore our events, workshops and resources BFI Careers Festival A one-day event, taking place on 11 February 2026 at BFI Southbank, dedicated to connecting young people directly with industry professionals working behind the camera in film and television production. Find out more Resources and events for teachers Courses, training, school events and classroom learning materials approved or produced by the BFI. Explore resources and events Filmmaking activities for children and young people Film clubs and holiday workshops at BFI Southbank, online and at locations across England. Explore activities Courses and events for adults Online and in-person events for lifelong learners and those in higher and further education. Explore courses and events BFI Education Diversity Resources and support for anti-racist teaching with film. Explore BFI Education Diversity Film education research and advocacy Advocating film education from a position of practical knowledge. Explore film education research and advocacy BFI Reuben Library Our library at BFI Southbank is available to everyone, free of charge. It contains a huge collection of books, journals and digitised material about the world of film, television and the moving image. Find out more Our funded partners Into Film Find resources, training and film clubs with our partner Into Film. Find out more ScreenSkills ScreenSkills delivers on the BFI’s Future Film Skills strategy, developing skills and talent and investing in the future of UK Screen. Find out more