BA (Hons) Visual Arts and Film at Durham University

Programme overview

Explore the world of the visual arts and film from a global and historical perspective. Combine the high-level critical study of visual culture with a range of practical and professional skills to ready you for a complex, changing world with its exciting range of visual media. Combining still and moving images, advanced academic study and practical skills development, this BA is a degree like no other.

What you will study

You will have the opportunity to study the art, film and visual culture of Western and Eastern Europe, the Middle East, East Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean, as well as engaging with practical dimensions of the subject, such as museum studies and visual production. Compulsory modules include Introduction to Visual Culture Studies, The Art of the Moving Image (1): Key Concepts, Engaging Audiences Through Image and Word.

Career pathways

A degree in Languages and Cultures will provide you with a portfolio of cultural knowledge, transferable skills and real-world experiences that is valued by employers worldwide. In particular, the year abroad which, as well as developing language abilities, can also greatly enhance your intercultural, problem-solving and communication skills.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Entry requirements: AAB | Contextual offer: BBB | BTEC requirements: DDD | IB diploma score: 35 with 665 in higher level subjects.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home/Island full-time tuition fee per year for September 2027 entry Source

International applicants: GBP 30,000 a year (2027/28). International/EU full-time tuition fee per year for September 2027 entry Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.durham.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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