BA (Hons) Film Studies

The BA (Hons) Film Studies course at Bangor University - Oxford International Group campus provides a comprehensive understanding of the art and craft of filmmaking. Students will learn about the history of cinema, film theory, screenwriting, directing, editing, and film studies. The course will also cover the technical aspects of film production, including lighting, sound, and cinematography. With a focus on both practical and theoretical aspects of film, students will develop the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career in the film industry.

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The course is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in film studies, as well as the opportunity to specialize in areas such as screenwriting, directing, or editing. The campus is equipped with state-of-the-art filmmaking facilities, including a fully functional film studio and post-production suite. Students will also have access to industry-standard software and equipment, as well as the opportunity to work on real-world film projects through partnerships with local film production companies.

Film Studies at Bangor University - Oxford International Group campus: Where Academic Excellence Meets Practical Filmmaking Experience.

Bangor University - Oxford International Group campus is an ideal location for film studies, with easy access to London's vibrant film industry. The university offers a unique blend of academic rigor and practical filmmaking experience, providing students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the competitive world of film. The campus's proximity to London also provides opportunities for internships, networking, and career advancement.

This course allows you to combine practice and critical and creative work. You will acquire advanced knowledge and skills in digital production, screenwriting, and directing and develop your understanding of film, moving images, and broader film culture. You will analyze and reflect on film and documentary. Practice-based learning framed by the study of film concepts and current industrial practices will encourage you to become creative and critical practitioners with highly developed audio-visual literacy – valuable employability skills for the media and creative industries sector.

If you’ve always wanted to turn that film that’s in your head into a reality or develop a deeper understanding of how films tell our stories, then this is the degree for you. This exciting course will provide you with all the tools and knowledge that you will need to make a profession of your passion and forge a career in film.

Our Film degree will provide a theoretical grounding and historical understanding of visual culture, as well as equip you with a broad range of production skills within different areas of the media, including documentary filmmaking, screenwriting, and short film production.

This course will also equip you with a solid grounding in the technical and practical skills required to make you a sought-after professional in these fields.

Lecturers who teach the Film Studies degree have a range of interests including American Cinema, British and European film, gender, the body and film, film and history, digital technology and film, screenwriting, film-making, media and film in Wales, acting and performing, language and film, blogging and podcasting, computer games and film, film stars and film on television. Many members of staff in the School are practicing professionals and consultants.

We accept students with a wide range of qualifications and backgrounds and consider each application individually.

All students need to have good basic skills and the University also values IT and communication skills.

As part of the University’s policy, we consider applications from prospective disabled students on the same grounds as all other students.

UCAS Code - W610

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