Welcome Nola! Ive been studying a film and media course and its been one of the best experiences ive ever had.i decide to leave everything to do it and i havent regretted it.So much to learn and experience out the,goodluck!
Shorts could be great for you to play around with ideas for features and will still keep it at a low cost.Personally i tnink short stories are so clever and beautiful. THE skill to be able to have an impact on an audience in such short of time is incredible.