BA Film Studies and East Asian Studies at University of Manchester

Study film and media alongside East Asian culture. Expand your experience of film through course units and screenings that focus on both classical and contemporary films, and mainstream and non-mainstream cinema. Gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of East Asian cultures, histories, societies, economics, and politics.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Department: School of Arts, Languages and Cultures  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In Year 1, you will take three core course units that establish the conceptual building blocks of studying film before progressing into the various new wave movements and contemporary cinema. The Art of Film covers the core concepts and terminology in studying film. Year 1 compulsory units include Introduction to Chinese Studies, The Art of Film, Introduction to Early Film Histories, Introduction to Japanese Studies, Introduction to World Cinema.

Career pathways

Build Skills Employers Value Studying with us helps you develop versatile, transferable and specialist skills, including: Interpreting and analysing different types of screen media Creating original audio-visual work Communicating clearly and confidently Working in teams and leading projects Solving problems creatively Intercultural awareness Advanced communication skills Strong analytical and decision-making abilities Confidence, independence,...

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