BA (Hons) Film, Media and Language (French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese) at Birkbeck, University of London

Programme overview

Building on Birkbeck’s radical reputation in film and screen media, this BA Film, Media and Language is ideal if you are keen to combine studying a modern language and its associated culture with film and media studies. You will gain knowledge of film and media from different periods and parts of the world while developing your creative practice skills in film/media content creation.

Faculty: School of Creative Arts, Culture and Communication | Duration: Three years full-time, on campus; Four years part-time, on campus | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: October 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On this course, you will combine film, TV and media history and theory with the study of contemporary trends and developments in the screen media industries. You will then be able to choose from specialist option modules offering an exciting range of perspectives on film, media and visual culture from across the globe, such as Japanese and East Asian culture, Italian, Spanish and Latin American film. You must complete modules worth a total of 360 credits. Compulsory modules include Language learning module 1, 2, 3 or 4, Film and media/College-wide option, Year 2.

Career pathways

Graduates can pursue career paths in film and television companies, museums and galleries, arts administration and teaching. Possible professions include: programme researcher (broadcasting/film/video), museum/gallery curator, arts administrator, higher education lecturer.

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Entry requirements

This course is suitable for all language entry levels, from beginner to proficiency, including native speaker level if you choose to study French, German, Italian, Spanish or Japanese. If you decide to study Korean or Mandarin Chinese, then these languages are available at beginner entry level. Full-time study - how many UCAS points do I need: Three years full-time: 112 points (e.g. A-levels BBC) four years full-time with Foundation Year: 48 points Part-time study: For part-time study our standard requirements are a minimum of two A-levels or equivalent. Alternative entry routes: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: DMM English language: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component. UCAS code P395 (Three years full-time, on campus).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time home students; Three years full-time, on campus Source

International applicants: GBP 19,320 a year (2027/28). Full-time international students; Three years full-time, on campus Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: Three years full-time, on campus; Four years part-time, on campus

Apply through the official page: https://www.bbk.ac.uk/student-services/admissions/undergraduate/applications

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