BA Drama and Film Studies at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Benefit from our teaching and research in Drama while focusing on the study of film and television. Take advantage of the opportunities offered on the Drama course but focus more specifically on the study of film and television. Study course units on theatre and film history and theory, as well as practical course units in filmmaking.

What you will study

Study core units in the theory and practice of drama, focusing on historical, contextual and theoretical analysis. Gain a foundation in film through core units in dramatic form and content on screen and the essential theoretical concepts of cinema including narrative, genre, authorship, photography, mise-en-scene, editing, music, and performance. Year 1 compulsory units include The Art of Film, Introduction to Theatre and Performance Studies, Theatre and Performance Histories.

Career pathways

How Drama Shaped Us As Filmmakers: Daisy-May Hudson and Alice Hughes Build Skills Employers Value Studying with us helps you develop versatile, transferable and specialist skills, including: •Theatre analysis, performance and film •Creating original works for live performance •Presentation and communication •Creative problem solving •Teamwork •Leadership Real-World Experience Gain professional experience through a work placement year, or broaden...

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level: ABB including one essay based subject. Your offer will stipulate which subjects and the grades required. International Baccalaureate: 34. GCSE: Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of Literacy and Numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade 6 or B in GCSE/IGCSE English Language and Grade 4 or C in Mathematics. English language: IELTS Academic or IELTS UKVI 7.0 overall with 6.5 in each sub-test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home (UK) students Source

International applicants: GBP 29,200 a year (2027/28). International students Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

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