Programme summary for BA (Hons) Film and Video: Theory and Practice
This programme offers an innovative combination of film theory and practice. You will have the opportunity to realise film and video production projects within the context of critical and historical studies of film, video and animation.
Opportunities for work placements are also available and the programme has a good relationship with many media employers including the BBC. Up to one-third of the programme is comprised of production modules.
About the programme
Film and Video: Theory and Practice is the study of the theory and the practice of film and video cultures and industries. It represents an interdisciplinary collaboration between two fields: media communication and screen studies & film history. This programme offers an innovative combination of film theory and practice. You will have the opportunity to realise film and video production projects within the context of critical and historical studies of film, video and animation.
Programme structure
Typically 3 years full time; 5 years part-time. Upon a foundation of relevant theory, history and practice, students choose from a wide prospectus of subjects and approaches, including film/video production and work-based learning. In level 3, students will complete an independent theory-practice research project.
Career opportunities
As well as opportunities in the immediate areas of film and video industries, this programme offers you career opportunities in many other related parts of the media and culture industries, such as television, advertising, journalism, postgraduate study and teaching.
Support
Each student will have a personal tutor responsible for providing regular guidance and support in relevant areas of personal and academic life. In addition, students will have regular access to academic tutors on each of their modules. Additional support for study and research skills will be available in weekly workshops and via the School’s Student Support & Referral Module
Admission
The minimum requirements for entry for Level 1 entry is 240 UCAS tariff points from: A/AS level (Including 2 A2 passes), GNVQ, AVCE, Scottish Highers, International Baccalaureate. European Baccalaureate, BTEC / SCOTEC Diploma, Relevant Access Course or successful completion of the Level 0. Other qualifications, including overseas, may be considered.
Applicants who do not fulfil the admission requirements for Level 1 may be considered for entry into Level 0. Applicants should have 40 UCAS tariff points from GCE A2 or equivalent.
We also welcome applicants from mature students who do not have formal qualifications but may have relevant experience. Students applying to this programme will be expected to demonstrate a specific interest in this area of study and should have a commitment to engaging with Film and video theory and practice. Applicants may be invited for interview.
Overseas Qualifications
The number of overseas qualifications which are accepted for entry are too numerous to list, but you can get advice from the British Council or our admissions unit on 020 8223 2835. You must be able to understand and express yourself in both written and spoken English and some evidence e.g. TOEFL at 550 or an IELTS score of 6.0, with no skill level below 5, would be required.
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