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This innovative degree programme combines the study of American culture, history, and literature with the analysis and production of film. You'll explore the complexities of American society through a range of texts, films, and other cultural artifacts, while also developing your skills in filmmaking and screenwriting. This interdisciplinary approach will provide you with a rich understanding of American culture and its role in shaping modern society.
This course is ideal for students who are interested in the intersection of culture and media, and who want to develop their critical thinking and creative skills. You'll have access to state-of-the-art filmmaking facilities and work closely with experienced lecturers who are experts in their fields.
York St John University is located in the historic city of York, which provides a unique cultural environment for studying American culture. The university has a strong reputation for teaching and research in the humanities, and its small class sizes ensure that you'll receive personalized attention and support throughout your degree. Additionally, the university's location provides easy access to London and other cultural hubs in the UK, offering a wealth of opportunities for internships, networking, and cultural events.
20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.
Introduction to American Studies
Media Research
Filmmakers on Film
United States: Empire of Liberty?
Cinema and Society
Film and its Audiences
Cult and Extreme Cinema
Mapping America
History, Community and Culture
Media Enterprise
Film and the American Imagination
Adaptations
Imaginary Worlds: Researching Science Fiction
From Slavery to Freedom
Blues and Roots: Popular Music in America
European Cinema
Independent Cinema
Gothic and Horror
Nation Divided: America in the era of the Civil War
Dissertation
Transnational Cinema
Cinema of Conflict: Trauma and American Film and TV
Pop Americana: Contemporary Popular Culture
Animations
The Special Relationship: Britain and the US from 1945 to the 21st Century
Documentary Film Studies
Gender and Sexualities (Media)
The Nation Divided: The Civil War Era in American Life
The Great Society: America in the 1960s
Gender and Sexualities (English Literature)
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