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BA (Hons) Film and History at University of Southampton

University of Southampton, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Film and history are closely linked, with roots going back to the earliest days of cinema. We offer this exciting and challenging film and history degree for movie lovers and history buffs. You'll study film history from a variety of perspectives: as popular art, big business and as a cultural record.

Faculty: Arts and Humanities  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The main teaching format is a tutor-led lecture followed by a seminar. Most film modules also have a screening each week that links to the particular topic or theme. You can access a vast array of films in our well-equipped libraries.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including film, television, advertising, pr and marketing agencies, social media companies, digital gaming, government, charity andnon profit sector, universities. Careers directly related to the course include film director, film and video editor, location manager, production designer, programme researcher, runner, camera operator, producer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: ABB. A-levels: BBB. IB: Pass, with 30 points overall with 15 points at Higher Level. Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C). IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year. UK (home) students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

International applicants: GBP 29,000 a year. EU and international students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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