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BA (Hons) Modern Languages and Film Studies

Bangor University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course offers a unique combination of language acquisition and film studies, providing students with a deep understanding of the cultural, social, and historical contexts in which languages are spoken and films are made. Students will learn to analyze and interpret films from a variety of perspectives, including linguistic, cultural, and historical frameworks. The course also includes opportunities for language immersion and film production, allowing students to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world contexts. Graduates of this program are well-equipped to pursue careers in language teaching, filmmaking, and related fields.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for students who are interested in the interplay between language and culture, and who want to develop their skills in language acquisition and film analysis. The course is structured around a series of thematic modules, each of which focuses on a different aspect of language and film studies. Students will have the opportunity to engage with a variety of texts, films, and other cultural materials, and to produce their own creative work in response to these materials. The course also includes opportunities for language immersion and film production, allowing students to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world contexts.

Experience the beauty of North Wales while developing your language and film skills at Bangor University.

Bangor University is an ideal location for this course due to its stunning coastal setting and rich cultural heritage. The university has a strong reputation for teaching and research in the fields of language and film studies, and offers students access to state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant academic community. Additionally, Bangor University is located within easy reach of major cities such as Manchester and Liverpool, providing students with a wide range of cultural and entertainment opportunities.

Part Time Work Details

The 20 hours is total hours. It is not per job. If you hold multiple part-time jobs then the total hours of all the work you are doing added together.

What You'll Study

1 Module

Course Content

For the Modern Languages element, you will have 3-4 hours of language classes per week plus classes in your Modern Languages optional modules. Tuition is mainly in small groups and there are few formal lectures. Assessment involves coursework and written and oral examinations

Your classes for English Literature will involve a mixture of lectures and seminars Many modules are taught solely through weekly seminars or tutorials, with the emphasis on small-group teaching. The dissertation is taught through one-to-one supervisions and lectures. Several modules include theatre trips, film showings, gallery visits and the chance to hear visiting writers. Assessment is increasingly by coursework.

You will also complete a dissertation as part of your degree, and you will normally have approximately 10-12 hours of classes per week.

Modules for the current academic year

Module listings are for guide purposes only and are subject to change. Find out what our students are currently studying on the Modern Languages and English Literature BA (Hons) Modules page.

Course content is for guidance purposes only and may be subject to change.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS4.0
  • TOEFL31
  • PTE30
  • Duolingo40

If you do not meet the English Language requirements to enter the International Incorporated Bachelors or the International Incorporated Masters, BUIC offers you a range of Pre-sessional English Programmes which you can take before you start these courses.

If you have an IELTS of 5.0 (with no component below 4.5), you will be offered a 6-week Pre-sessional English course immediately preceding your entry to the IYZ.

If you have an IELTS of 4.5 (with no component below 4.0), you will be offered a 12-week Pre-Sessional English course immediately preceding your entry to the IYZ.

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