BA (Hons) English and Film

Designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of two creative disciplines, this English and film degree explores subjects as diverse as postmodern literature, popular fiction, the history of cinema and the world’s most powerful film industry: Hollywood. You’ll also be introduced to the expectations of university-level study, developing the skills you need to excel in your academic work.

As you move into the second and third year of your degree, you’ll shape your studies to focus on the areas of English and film that interest you most. Currently available options range from exploring contemporary American cinema and learning the skills required to become a successful film journalist, to examining the female gothic, exploring literary representations of "Gender, Race and Empire", and workshopping your screenwriting skills. This is your chance to develop a strong portfolio of work in your chosen area.. What’s more, you’ll be learning from leading academic staff who are both committed teachers and active researchers in their fields.

Explore what each of our English and film modules involves in our full course breakdown below.