BA (Hons) Film Studies - Joint Honours

This course is currently full and closed for new UCAS applications for 2010 until further notice

Film Studies at DMU is the ideal course for students with an insatiable interest in cinema.

The available Film Studies courses combine the historical, theoretical, economic, and sociological study of cinema with the opportunity to develop hands on filmmaking skills and a broader contextual understanding of the vital role that cinema and entertainment plays in the modern world.

At DMU you will have the opportunity to study everything from the biggest Hollywood blockbusters, to the smallest art movies. The course allows students to focus on cinema movements from across the world, and combines a detailed investigation of film art, style and technique with a broader understanding of cinema’s social and industrial history.

Visit us at our Humanities Open Days. Phone 0116 250 6199 or Book Online

Reasons why you should choose the BA (Hons) Film Studies at DMU:

• All students will be equipped with an in-depth understanding of film traditions, movements and genres and the analytical skills for authoritative criticism and evaluation
  
  
• We offer unique courses on popular and cult film from across the world. You will study everything from horror to Japanese cinema to Disney.
  
  
• Students have the opportunity to participate in a range of study days, mini conferences and trips.
  
  
• All students have the opportunity to develop vital skills in research, criticism, screenwriting and film business practice.
  
  
• Film & Photography and Video students will also develop key skills as filmmakers, editors and photographers, where they can put their academic knowledge into practice.
  
  
• The staff team is made up of published and nationally recognised academics.
  
  
• Our Centre for Adaptation Studies is at the cutting edge of research into film, literature and new media.
  
  
• We have an excellent library with massive DVD and video collections.
  
  

Joint Honours Combinations

Key Application Facts

Duration:	3 years full time; 6 years part-time
Location:	Leicester City Campus
For full-time study:	Apply on-line at ucas.com
For part-time study:	Part-time study information
Course code:	See Joint honours combinations for course codes
Institution Code:	D26
Institution Code Name:	DEM
Campus Code:	Y

BA (Hons) Film Studies Home | The Course | The Video | Career Opportunities | Trips and Study Abroad | Meet Our Students and Graduates | Meet Our Staff | News and Events