UNIVERSITY OF EXETER · UNITED KINGDOM
BA Film & Television Studies
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS W600
At a glance
36 mo
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Tuition / yr
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Language
Bachelor's
Level
- W600UCAS Code
- 3 yearsDuration
- Streatham CampusLocation
- Top 10 in the UK for Communication and Media StudiesRankings
- Access to world-class film research resourcesResources
- Opportunity to combine with other subjectsFlexibility
Explore the historical, cultural, social, and industrial significance of film and television. This BA degree provides you with the analytical tools and vocabulary to critically examine media and its role in society. You will delve into world cinemas, understand key movements and moments in film history, and analyze contemporary media landscapes. The program encourages questioning culture and your place within it.
Curriculum
The curriculum is structured across three years, building your expertise in film and television analysis. The program incorporates opportunities for specialization, a dissertation, and potential pathways like 'Study Abroad' or 'Employment Experience'. Module information is subject to change.
- Year 1
- Major Debates in Film TheoryEAF1501
- Introduction to Film HistoryEAF1504
- Interrogating ScreensEAF1506
- The Contemporary Film and Television IndustriesEAF1507
- Year 2
- Script Craft: Writing for Screen and StageCDF2001
- Communications and the Climate CrisisCMM2026
- Communications in the 21st CenturyCMM2027
- Shots in the DarkEAF2502
- Television: Times, Trends and TechnologiesEAF2511
- FilmmakingEAF2513
- Scrublands, Sanctuary, Screens: Co-creating Knowledges alongside DonkeysEAF2519
- Adaptations: Text, Image, CultureEAF2520
- Fanatical: Fan Culture and IdentityEAF2521
- World Cinemas: Representations, Histories, ConflictsEAF2522
- World Cinemas: Contexts, Environments, IndustriesEAF2523
- Final Year
- DissertationCDF3000
- Creative Film DissertationEAF3516
- The FaceAHV3003
- Performance ArtAHV3008
- Gaming in Everyday LifeCMM3017
- Media and NostalgiaCMM3018
- Queering British ScreensEAF3107
- Beyond Sex and the City: Becoming a Woman in Contemporary Western CinemaEAF3520
- American Independent FilmEAF3524
- British ScreensEAF3525
- Cinema in the AnthropoceneEAF3526
- Film, Philosophy, and the InternetEAF3527
- Perspectives on AnimationEAF3528
- Film AudiencesEAF3529
- Something to See: War and Visual MediaEAF3531
- Writing the Short FilmEAS3128
Careers
This degree equips you with transferable skills in critical analysis, research, communication, and cultural understanding, preparing you for a variety of career paths.
- Film and Television Production
- Broadcasting
- Journalism
- Media Analysis
- Archiving
- Curating
- Marketing and Communications
- Publishing
- Education
- Digital Media
Frequently asked questions
- What is the duration of the BA Film & Television Studies programme?
- The BA Film & Television Studies programme is a 3-year degree.
- What are the academic entry requirements for this programme?
- Typical academic requirements include A-Level ABB, IB Diploma 32 points, or BTEC National Diploma DDM. Please refer to the university website for international qualification equivalencies.
- How do I apply for the BA Film & Television Studies programme?
- Applications are typically made through UCAS using the code W600. You should also check the specific entry requirements and prepare necessary documents such as transcripts and a personal statement.
- What are the tuition fees and living costs for international students?
- International tuition fees and estimated living costs can be found on the University of Exeter's official website.
- What kind of careers can I pursue after graduating with a BA in Film & Television Studies?
- This degree prepares you for roles in film and television production, broadcasting, journalism, media analysis, marketing, publishing, education, and digital media.
- Does the University of Exeter offer any scholarships for international students?
- The provided programme data does not contain specific information about scholarships for international students.
Entry requirements
A-LevelABB
IB Diploma32 points (including specific higher level subjects)
BTEC National DiplomaDDM
GCSEGrade C or 4 in English Language
Access to HE Diploma24 L3 Credits at Distinction Grade and 21 L3 credits at Merit Grade.
T-LevelDistinction
Profile B1 (specific tests and scores vary)Please refer to the university's English language requirements page for specific scores and equivalencies.
Contextual offers are available (e.g., A-Level: BBC, IB: 28/554). General Studies is not included in offers. Specific subject requirements may apply. International qualifications are considered. Please check the university's website for a full list of accepted qualifications and equivalencies.
Fees
Tuition (international)Please see the university website for current international tuition fees.
Tuition (home)Please see the university website for current home/domestic tuition fees.
LivingPlease see the university website for estimated living costs.
How to apply
1. Register your interestSign up on the University of Exeter website to receive updates about the program.
2. Check Entry RequirementsReview the academic and English language requirements for the BA Film & Television Studies program.
3. Prepare your ApplicationGather necessary documents, including transcripts and certificates. Consider writing a personal statement.
4. Apply via UCASSubmit your application through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). The UCAS code for this program is W600.
5. Await DecisionApplications are assessed based on academic merit and potential. Decisions are released by the admissions team.
Frequently asked questions
What is the duration of the BA Film & Television Studies programme?
+
The BA Film & Television Studies programme is a 3-year degree.
What are the academic entry requirements for this programme?
+
Typical academic requirements include A-Level ABB, IB Diploma 32 points, or BTEC National Diploma DDM. Please refer to the university website for international qualification equivalencies.
How do I apply for the BA Film & Television Studies programme?
+
Applications are typically made through UCAS using the code W600. You should also check the specific entry requirements and prepare necessary documents such as transcripts and a personal statement.
What are the tuition fees and living costs for international students?
+
International tuition fees and estimated living costs can be found on the University of Exeter's official website.
What kind of careers can I pursue after graduating with a BA in Film & Television Studies?
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This degree prepares you for roles in film and television production, broadcasting, journalism, media analysis, marketing, publishing, education, and digital media.
Does the University of Exeter offer any scholarships for international students?
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The provided programme data does not contain specific information about scholarships for international students.