Film Studies, BA Hons

University of Greenwich

United Kingdom, London

University Rank:#801

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Duration3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 24,173 / Year

Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

Film Studies, BA Hons

About

If you want the perfect place to take a degree in film studies, study at one of the UK's leading film locations and maybe spot some Hollywood professionals in action.

Turn your passion for film into a career at one of the UK’s top filming hotspots, where Hollywood as well as top national and international professionals often bring stories to life right before your eyes.

This Film Studies programme will show you new ways of seeing and understanding film. You will delve into the rich history of cinema, explore its cultural and social significance, and develop critical analytical skills. Beyond theory, you will get hands-on experience with scriptwriting, camera, sound as well as the art of editing, preparing you for a future in the film and creative industries.

Film is more than just making movies. This degree equips you for diverse careers, including:

Scriptwriting: Bring compelling stories to life.
Marketing & Distribution: Strategise the release of ground-breaking media.
Historical Research & Archiving: Preserve and document film legacies.
Education: Inspire the next generation of film experts.
Live Events & Audience Studies: Curate immersive film experiences and understand what drives audiences.

Located on our iconic Greenwich Campus, you will study at a site featured in major productions like Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, The Crown, Blitz and many more! Imagine learning about film in the very places where cinematic magic happens.

Launch your career in the heart of a global film hub and make your mark on the future of the screen industries.

This programme gives you the tools to turn your love for film into a meaningful and impactful career.

Disciplines

Design

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Academic entry requirements

Applicants who have completed the national schooling system typically require foundation, please refer to UGIC.

For some courses, you will need to have studied relevant subjects at school/college to be eligible. Our admissions team will determine this once you apply.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6

English Program Requirements

Language entry requirements

For details on English language requirements, please see our English Language Requirement page.

Pre-sessional English programmes are only available to students that have completed a UKVI IELTS. Please visit our Pre-sessional English course page for more information.

Career

Careers and placements

Will I have a work placement?

This course can be taken in sandwich mode, which means you can take a year to work in industry between your second and final years of study. Sandwich placements are relevant to your degree subject and are paid roles. It is the very best way of preparing you for successfully finding a job quickly when you graduate.

You will also have the option to undertake a short-term placement in a professional setting. Some of your modules will include assessments that require you to reflect on how your knowledge can be applied to the media and creative industries, and experience gained through work placements can support this. Many placements are found through our network of industry contacts, and students are supported in securing these.

How long is my placement?

Sandwich placements last for between 9-13 months. Work-based learning module placements are normally one day a week for either one or two terms depending on the number of credits available from the module.

What are the financial arrangements?

Sandwich placements are paid roles whereas work-based learning module placements are normally unpaid.

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

Graduates work in many creative roles such as:

Developing stories and scripts
Producing and distributing films
Researching media
Organising film festivals and curating events
Training film and professionals
Advertising and marketing
Preserving audio-visual legacies and curating archives

Are internships available?

Students are encouraged to take up Summer internships during the Summer holidays, though it is up to the student to find them. Support is available to students from the Employability and Careers Service when applying for placements and internships.

Do you provide employability services?

Employability activities take place all the time at Greenwich and students are encouraged to take part in as many opportunities as possible. The central Employability and Careers Service provides support for students preparing to apply for placements and graduate roles, such as CV clinics, mock interviews and employability skills workshops. In addition, your School has a dedicated Employability Officer who will be organising work-related activities throughout the year which will help you to build you industry knowledge and networks.

More about careers.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

24,173 / year

Film Studies, BA Hons

University of Greenwich

United Kingdom, London

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