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Pace University
Film and Screen Studies, BA
- New York, USA
BA
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The Bachelor of Arts in Film and Screen Studies offers students a broad understanding of the history, theory, and production of film and other screen media. The program combines classroom learning wit...


George Mason University
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Bachelor of Arts in Film and Video Studies
- Fairfax, USA
BA
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
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The Film and Video Studies degree is the first multidisciplinary undergraduate degree in Virginia focusing on cinematic arts production and film theory and history with core courses in ethics, business, writing for the moving image, fiction, documentary, interactive storytelling, and episodic television.
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Bath Spa University
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BA (Hons) in Creative Writing and Film and Screen Studies
- Bath, United Kingdom
BA
Full time, Part time
3 years
On-Campus
English
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BA (Hons) in Creative Writing and Film and Screen Studies Join us at Bath Spa University where writing is the thing we love to do and the thing we love to talk about. In our workshops, you’ll find friends for life who, like you, want to spend time in a writing world of imagination, creativity, and experimentation. You’ll enjoy working on our unique campus, surrounded by wildlife and a beautiful 18th-century landscape, perfect for creative inspiration.


University of Kent
BA (Hons) Film
- Canterbury, United Kingdom
- Online
BA
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
The Film BA at Kent will allow you to explore your passions and realise your ambitions for a future career in TV, film and broadcasting. The course is designed with employability at its core. You’ll develop skills in filmmaking, editing, sound design, screenwriting, film analysis, curation, film programming and marketing. And get hands-on with practical projects designed to mirror industry practices, creating your own films in our industry-standard facilities.


Richmond American University London
Film BA (Hons)
- London, United Kingdom
BA
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
If you’re passionate about film and want to embark on a career in the cinematic arts, our BA (Hons) Film programme at Richmond American University London offers the perfect platform to transform your passion into a profession. This degree will challenge and inspire you, blending theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical experience, ensuring you’re well-prepared for a vibrant career in the creative and cultural industries.


University of Kent
BA (Hons) Film and Media
- Canterbury, United Kingdom
BA
Full time, Part time
3 years
On-Campus
English
Discover the meaning of film and the message of media, on our joint honours course where the dynamic worlds of film and media meet. By studying film and media, you'll learn how these communicative forms influence us, how they can enrich our lives and how you – through creative practice and engagement with the industry – can shape them.


University of Westminster
Film BA Honours
- London, United Kingdom
BA
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
This three-year degree is one of the best-known film courses in the world, with an international reputation for its academic and practical teaching. Our students’ films are shown at festivals globally and have won a host of honours and awards, including Royal Television Society Awards, a Student Academy Award and a Grierson Best Student Documentary Award. We operate from a purpose-built studio facility in Harrow, with two large film and television studios, a set construction workshop, a 3D workshop, and extensive post-production facilities. The environment is both scholarly and creative, with all students studying film history, criticism and aesthetics alongside their practical work. You'll learn to collaborate creatively as you develop production specialisms in areas such as writing, producing, cinematography, directing, production design, editing and sound. You'll also gain the transferable and cognitive skills necessary for lifelong personal and professional development.


University of Johannesburg
BA Hons in Film and Television Studies
- Johannesburg, South Africa
BA
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Full-time students register for five modules. Part-time students register for all the modules except for the specialization modules and the research essay in the first year. In the second year, part-time students register for the specialization modules and the research essay. All elective modules are not necessarily offered every year.


University of Kent
BA (Hons) Drama and Film
- Canterbury, United Kingdom
BA
Full time, Part time
3 years
On-Campus
English
By studying Drama and Film, you'll benefit from exceptional teaching and industry links that will help you to launch your career. Covering a wide range of subjects and developing your practical skills as well as critical thinking, this dynamic course allows you to explore your own style and creativity and follow your passions and ambitions in the visual and performing arts.


University of Otago
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Majoring in Film and Media Studies
- Dunedin, New Zealand
BA
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
Moving images surround us; they are part of our daily routine and our lifetime experience; we no longer simply encounter them when we go to the cinema; instead, they are on our phones and our laptops; we see them in our city streets and around airports.


SRH University
B.A. Film & Motion Design
- Berlin, Germany
BA
Full time
7 semesters
On-Campus
German, English
Telling stories and creating cinematic designs. Producing spots, short films, and animations. Study (B.A.) Film & Motion Design in Berlin and learn how to direct, revise and post-produce movies and transport them to the big screen.


University of Kent
BA (Hons) Media
- Canterbury, United Kingdom
BA
Full time, Part time
3 years
On-Campus
English
From cancel culture to fake news, AI to algorithms - our Media BA explores all aspects of media and culture. This course combines digital content production with the study of how media shapes the world around us, preparing you for a career in the creative and cultural industries.


Richmond American University London
Communications and Media Studies BA (Hons)
- London, United Kingdom
BA
Full time, Part time
4 years
On-Campus
English
Whether you would like work in social media, an independent film streaming service or an international media agency, this degree will provide you with the communication, research, writing and critical thinking skills which are valuable to employers in any industry.

AFDA
Bachelor of Arts in Motion Picture Medium
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Cape Town, South Africa
- + 2 more
BA
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
The AFDA Bachelor of Arts in Motion Picture Medium is renowned for providing students with a rigorous, well-rounded, comprehensive education in motion picture production. The program is designed to equip students with the necessary conceptual, practical, and contextual skills to produce multiple forms of film, TV, stage, and emerging media content. What defines the program and sets it apart is its experiential approach to learning, allowing graduates to thrive in the creative economy of the 21st century.


AFDA
BA Honors in Motion Picture Medium
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Cape Town, South Africa
- + 2 more
BA
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The AFDA Postgraduate school is focused on developing innovative research, origination, production, and distribution of entertainment concepts for both local and international markets. Over the last fifteen years, the AFDA Postgraduate School has produced a large network of graduates who have made a significant contribution to the South African entertainment industry. A large percentage of commercials, feature films, television series, music, and retail content is produced by AFDA Honours graduates.
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Studying for a Bachelor's degree in Film lets you explore the art of storytelling through visual media. This engaging program combines creative and technical skills, preparing you for various roles in the film industry.
In a Film degree program, you’ll delve into courses like cinematography, screenwriting, and editing, developing skills for crafting compelling narratives and visual aesthetics. Students gain hands-on experience using industry-standard tools to produce their own short films and video projects. The environment fosters creativity and collaboration, promoting independence and communication as you work with peers on group projects.
As you navigate the curriculum, students enhance critical thinking skills by analyzing films and understanding cultural contexts that influence filmmaking. Graduates often find paths in directing, producing, or screenwriting, taking their creativity into roles such as film production assistants or content creators. This program helps you build a strong foundation for a dynamic career in the entertainment industry.