Chilling in Europe? Asia? South America?
You Can Still Crack Hollywood.
Look, The Ultimate Screenwriter Course has strategic hubs in the US, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, but our digital doors are open to the world.
If you can chat in English, you've already got the most important tool in the box.
- ✅ Learn from top Hollywood mentors without leaving your flat.
- ✅ Get your script polished by proper pros.
- ✅ Submit for a Producer Read—no matter where you lay your head.
ractically speaking, The Ultimate Screenwriting Course is available anywhere with WiFi. It's fully online, so you can learn the hustle from virtually any location.
🌍 The Global Hustle: A Note on Language
You don't need to live in a specific country to smash this course.
We list "recommended" countries, but that's not a strict rule. The only real requirement for success here is fluency in English.
Because the lessons and materials are currently English-only, and our mentorship network operates within the English-speaking Hollywood system, you need a strong command of the language. But if you're fluent and living in France, Brazil, India, or Japan? You are absolutely welcome. The "recommended" list just shows where our current mentorship network is most effective.
The Real Talk on Location
Practically speaking, right now the course is optimised for students in our main hubs: the United States, Canada, England, New Zealand, and Australia.
Here's why we focus there:
- Language: As mentioned, it's English-only for now.
- Mentorship & Industry Access: A massive part of this course is the optional professional mentorship. Our roster of pro screenwriters and producers—who help polish your gear before the "Producer Read"—are mostly based in the States.
We're working on AI dubbing and translation for the future, but for now, these countries offer the most direct path to utilising the full value of the mentorship.
🇬🇧 England (United Kingdom) (The OG) ~£182 POUNDS
The UK has serious prestige. They host major franchises like Star Wars and James Bond at world-class studios like Pinewood.
- Annual Feature Films Produced: Approx. 190–200.
- Film Schools: ~88 institutions offering Film Studies degrees.
- Film Students: The "Design, Creative and Performing Arts" sector has over 67,000 qualifications awarded annually.
- Industry Market Size: Film and high-end television production spend reached £5.6 Billion in 2024. Surging.
Top Great Britain Film Schools
National Film and Television School (NFTS)
Widely considered the best in the UK. Operates like a working studio with full-scale stages. Alumni like Roger Deakins dominate the industry.
London Film School (LFS)
Based in Covent Garden. Focuses on craft excellence. Known for a practical Master's programme where you work on multiple films. Strong indie sensibility.
🇺🇸 The United States (The Big Smoke) $249 USD
It's the global epicentre of the entertainment biz. The U.S. remains the primary target if you want a Hollywood career.
- Annual Feature Films Produced: Approx. 500+ (plus a mountain of streaming/TV content).
- Film Schools: ~150+ colleges and universities churning out film degrees.
- Film Students: Approximately 6,000 film handed out every year.
- Industry Market Size: The movie market is valued at approximately $23.44 Billion USD (2024). It's massive.
Top U.S. Film Schools
The Ultimate Screenwriter Course (Online)
Ranked as the premier online alternative to film school. Ivy League-level instruction for a fraction of the cost. Designed for writers who want practical, industry-ready skills and direct mentorship without moving to LA.
USC School of Cinematic Arts (Los Angeles)
Consistently ranked as one of the top traditional schools globally. Famous for unrivalled industry placement. Located in the heart of LA. Alumni include George Lucas and Kevin Feige.
NYU Tisch School of the Arts (New York)
Based in NYC, Tisch blends rigorous academic study with intense practical training. Renowned for producing independent voices and auteurs like Martin Scorsese.
🇨🇦 Canada (Hollywood North) ~$339 CAD
Canada is booming right now. Massive infrastructure and a thriving domestic scene.
- Annual Feature Films: Approx. 100+ domestic features.
- Film Schools: Dozens of key institutions, including specialized private colleges and public universities.
- Film Students: Over 239,000 people working in film and TV.
- Industry Market Size: The total production volume in Canada is approximately $9.6 Billion CAD (2023/24), with Ontario and British Columbia being the hot spots.
Top Canadian Film Schools
Vancouver Film School (VFS)
Private arts school known for its intensive, one-year immersive model. Heavily focused on "hands-on" production skills to get you job-ready for Vancouver's massive production sector.
Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson)
Located in downtown Toronto. Offers a highly respected Bachelor of Fine Arts. Balances theory with practical production in Canada's largest media market.
🇦🇺 Australia (Oz) ~$352 AUD
Australia is absolutely crushing it as a destination for international productions. Great locations, tax incentives, and elite crews.
- Annual Feature Films: ~84 (2024).
- Film Schools: ~20 specialized institutions.
- Film Students: The screen industry is robust, with "Creative Arts" enrollments remaining popular at unis.
- Industry Market Size: The industry hit a record $2.7 Billion AUD in expenditure in 2024/25. Surging.
Top Australian Film Schools
Australian Film Television and Radio School (AFTRS)
Located in Sydney. The gold standard for Aussie film education. State-of-the-art gear and tight links to broadcasters.
Victorian College of the Arts (University of Melbourne)
Based in Melbourne. Highly regarded programme that encourages a strong personal voice and directorial vision.
🇳🇿 New Zealand (Middle Earth & Beyond) ~$412 NZD
Small population, massive impact. Famous for Lord of the Rings and Weta FX tech wizardry.
- Annual Feature Films: Approx. 10–15 domestic features (plus huge international shoots like Minecraft).
- Film Schools: 4 major unis offering filmmaking courses, plus specialized private providers.
- Film Students: The creative sector employs over 117,000 people.
- The Money: The screen sector contributes approx $1.1 Billion NZD to the country's GDP annually.
Top New Zealand Film Schools
Victoria University of Wellington
Located in "Wellywood." Strong connections to Weta Workshop. The Miramar Creative Centre offers insane access to world-class facilities.
University of Auckland
The biggest uni in the country. Offers a rigorous Media and Screen Studies programme, mixing critical analysis with production.