London

Why MetFilm London

Our main London campus is situated within the world-famous Ealing Studios complex, a leading destination for film, television, and creative media production, offering a unique environment to develop practical, industry-ready skills across key creative disciplines. London is one of the world’s most dynamic hubs for film and television production.

Major platforms such as Netflix and Amazon, alongside Hollywood productions, frequently film in the city. With its vast network of studios, production companies, and digital media businesses, London offers exceptional opportunities for anyone looking to build a career in the screen industries.

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Facilities

Based at Ealing Studios — a world-famous, fully working studio complex in the heart of West London — MetFilm School London puts students at the centre of one of the world’s most active creative industries scenes.

The campus features professional production studios, full-spec edit suites running industry-standard software, a professional-grade camera kit, a screening room, and open collaborative spaces designed to reflect a real working studio environment.

With industry neighbours like Ealing Studios productions, VFX specialists, and video game designers right on the doorstep, students are immersed in professional filmmaking culture from day one.

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Getting here

Address: MetFilm School London, Ealing Studios, Ealing Green, London, W5 5EP

Students also have access to Garden Studios, a professional studio facility used for specific modules and workshops throughout their studies. While not an additional campus, it offers students further exposure to a working studio environment in London.

By Tube – The nearest London Underground station is Ealing Broadway (Central and District lines), approximately a 5-minute walk. South Ealing (Piccadilly line) is also nearby, roughly an 8-minute walk. Both stations offer regular services into central London.
By Train – Ealing Broadway is also served by the Elizabeth line and Great Western Railway, offering fast connections from Paddington and Reading. From the station, the campus is approximately a 5-minute walk south along Ealing Green.
By Bus – Several bus routes serve Ealing Green directly, including the 65, 112, and E8. The nearest stop is Ealing Green, directly outside the campus.
By Car – The campus is located on Ealing Green, within the Ealing Studios complex. Street parking is available on surrounding roads, though availability may vary. We’d recommend using public transport where possible.
Accessibility – The campus has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. If you have specific access requirements or need further assistance planning your visit, please contact us on +44 (0) 20 8280 9119.

Cycling – This cost-effective method of getting around is perfect if you live near Ealing or the surrounding areas. For those using public transport, London has one of the world’s most extensive networks, including the Underground, Overground, Elizabeth line, and an extensive bus network covering all corners of the city.
Tube, Rail and Bus – Ealing Broadway is served by the Central line, District line, Elizabeth line, and Great Western Railway, offering fast and frequent connections across London and beyond. Multiple bus routes also serve the local area, making the campus easily accessible from most parts of the city.
Heathrow Airport – Heathrow is the nearest major airport, just 6 miles from the campus and approximately 20 minutes by Elizabeth line from Ealing Broadway. It offers an extensive range of international and domestic flights.

Courses at MetFilm School London

MetFilm School London offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and short courses spanning filmmaking, film business, screen production, and post-production — giving students at every stage a route into the screen industries, all delivered from Ealing Studios in the heart of one of the world’s most iconic filmmaking locations.

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London Student Accommodation

MetFilm School London offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and short courses spanning filmmaking, film business, screen production, and post-production — giving students at every stage a route into the screen industries, all delivered from Ealing Studios in the heart of one of the world’s most iconic filmmaking locations.

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MetFilm School London students in a sound room with a microphone in front of them

Why Study in London?

London has long been the backdrop for some of the most celebrated Oscar-winning films, from The Iron Lady to The King’s Speech. It has shaped the landscape of television, producing global sensations like The X Factor and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?, alongside acclaimed scripted dramas such as Sherlock, Downton Abbey, Bridgerton, and The Crown.

The city is a powerhouse for video games, animation, and VFX, home to some of the industry’s most iconic creations. From Tomb Raider and the Batman: Arkham series to Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, London continues to drive innovation and define the future of interactive entertainment.

Global epicentre for screen culture, hosting over 50 film festivals each year and boasting a rich network of art-house cinemas that showcase everything from cutting-edge indie films to international blockbusters.

The city’s cinematic influence extends beyond the screen, bringing together filmmakers, critics, and audiences at world-renowned events like the BFI London Film Festival and Raindance Film Festival, celebrating both established and emerging talent. From film premieres to gaming showcases, London is a creative hub where storytelling in all forms is celebrated, redefined, and pushed to new heights.

The capital is a great place to find work in the digital and screen industries, with the UK’s largest film studios based either within or in easy reach of London. These include Warner Bros. Leavesden, Pinewood, Shepperton, Longcross, Elstree, and 3 Mills Studios. World-class games studios like Framestore and Double Negative offer unparalleled career opportunities for games students, while BAFTA-winning animation studios like Blue Zoo also call London home.

London is easily one of the most diverse cities in the world. More than 300 languages are spoken here, with a variety of cultures and communities living side by side. As a student in London, you’ll get to experience food, art, and music from across the globe.: London is easily one of the most diverse cities in the world. More than 300

The area is known for its Ealing Summer Festivals, celebrating music, comedy, and cuisine, as well as the Ealing Project cinema. Ealing is one of London’s greenest boroughs. Ealing Studios overlooks Walpole Park’s 28 acres of Grade II-listed grounds, and the Royal Botanical Gardens – a UNESCO World Heritage site – is just a short bus ride away.

Student Information Guides

These guides are for prospective undergraduate and postgraduate applicants and have been designed to advise you on the essential information you will need during your time at MetFilm School London.