Answers (3) Answerer 1 Unless you're willing to go down the very long, difficult path of teaching yourself, you most definitely need to go to university. Steven Spielberg and Danny Boyle both went to film schools, and so did Christopher Nolan (although he actually studied English Literature at UCL, but I digress). I'm sure you'll hear lots of stories about 'self-made' directors who have now made their millions, but I've got to stress to you that they are very, very rare. You *need* that three/four years of studying (maybe 8 years if you choose to do a PhD) because film making is at the same time, both a very exact and inexact craft. Obviously that natural ability to be able to conceive a film cannot be taught, but the skills and techniques involved, can. Not to mention the post-grad services your uni will give you - they'll be able to point you in the right direction and help you with job prospects in a way that you will simply never be able to do individually. This is because the different faculties (particularly those involved with the arts) will frequently put on special exhibitions for agents and talent scouts etc. I'd advise you look into Central Film School London or London Film School as these are specialised institutions for a specialised subject. Seriously, just google 'film school uk' and have a browse. Best of luck! Source(s): The best way to become a film director is probably to start directing short films