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About this course

Study film from a variety of perspectives: as popular art, big business and as a cultural record on our film degree with year abroad . Immerse yourself in the subject, from the earliest projected images to the present day. Learn how to view Hollywood blockbusters, European and world cinema with a critical eye. A year abroad will enhance your understanding of visual arts and let you experience a new culture.

You'll study familiar classics alongside contemporary cinema, and genres including:

• film noir

• horror

• science fiction

• documentary

• animation

You'll deepen your understanding and enjoyment of film and develop your critical thinking as part of a lively community.

Learning and assessment

The learning activities for this course include the following:

• lectures
• classes and tutorials
• coursework
• individual and group projects
• independent learning (studying on your own)

Careers

Our Film Studies degree at Southampton gives you a strong foundation in skills that are attractive to all graduate employers:

• written and verbal communication

• analytical and critical thinking

• research

• organisation

• project management

Our research staff and industry experts will help you gain a picture of the film and TV industries today.

Some modules include work experience. How the arts work, for example, shows you how to programme and manage a professional arts venue.