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BA (Hons) Media & Film Studies

University of Worcester, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the media and film industries, covering topics such as film theory, production techniques, and industry trends. You'll have the opportunity to develop your creative skills through practical projects and workshops, and gain valuable insights into the business side of the industry through lectures and seminars. By the end of the course, you'll be well-equipped to pursue a career in media or film, whether that's behind the camera or in front of it.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for students who are passionate about media and film, and want to gain a deep understanding of the subject. You'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including editing suites, sound studios, and screening rooms, as well as opportunities to collaborate with other students on projects and exhibitions. Our teaching staff are experienced industry professionals who bring their expertise and knowledge directly to the classroom.

Discover Your Passion for Media and Film at the University of Worcester

The University of Worcester is an excellent choice for media and film studies due to its strong reputation in the field. Our close-knit campus community provides a supportive environment for students to learn, grow, and collaborate with their peers. Plus, our location in the heart of England offers easy access to some of the country's most vibrant cultural hubs, providing endless opportunities for inspiration and creativity. With BA (Hons) Media & Film Studies at the University of Worcester, you'll be well-prepared to pursue a successful career in this exciting and ever-changing industry.

Why You Should Study This Course

Here at Worcester, we are passionate about media futures: exactly how have media and film industries and applications been affected by new and emerging technologies? How does culture affect peoples’ understanding and engagement with the media or film? What will the media or film industry look like in the next 5-10 years?

You will investigate the very latest industry advances, questioning their function and impact, informed by our research-inspired lectures, seminars, and workshops. You will explore representation and ideology through a variety of media forms and film genres, including streaming platforms, mixed reality, queer, and horror. You will learn to articulate how and why these forms and genres affect their users and audiences through the analysis of case study examples that you can choose. Do you see yourself represented in the media or film industry?

Media and film technologies have the potential to shape the world and you will develop an appreciation of the role you can play in that change. At Worcester, we introduce you to a variety of well-established and emerging fields and industries, including social media politics and marketing, and immersive media applications so that you can begin to plan your future.

General Eligibility

104 UCAS tariff points (for example, BCC at A Level)

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Mandatory:

  • Studying Media & Film

  • Global Cultures

  • Identity, Representation & Diversity

  • Introduction to Film

Optional:

  • Politics & Subculture

  • Classical Hollywood

2 Year 2

Mandatory:

  • Researching Media & Film: Theories & Methods

  • Contemporary British Cultures

  • Screen Cultures

Optional:

  • Digital Campaigns

  • Horror

  • Festivals & Celebrations

  • Work Project

  • Philosophies of Gender & Sexuality

  • Audio Cultures

3 Year 3

Mandatory:

  • Independent Research Project

Optional:

  • Reviewing

  • War, Democracy & the Media

  • Green Media

  • Media Futures

  • Local Cultures

  • Film & Folklore

  • Making Monsters

  • Pornography & Modern Cultures

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

Ready to get started?

For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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