By bringing together theory and practice, theÊFilm and Television Studies course offered by Brunel University London encourages you to develop critical perspectives on the creation of meaning and to reflect analytically on your practical work. You will also benefit from strong links between our teaching and staff research, which means you will often be taught by leading experts in particular aspects of film and television and gain first-hand from their own work (for more detail on this, see the 'special features' tab above).
From world cinema to quality television and from art cinema to documentary, Film and TV Studies at Brunel University London examines a wide range of recent and contemporary production for the big and small screen. The programme also offers thorough grounding in the history of film and television.
Popular formats such as horror can be studied, and throughout the programme students are encouraged to analyse both mainstream and alternative practices.
Students also have the option of completing a video essay in their final year. All practical modules include theoretical components Ð this means that you are required to analyse your own practical work and you will be assessed on both.
Employability
Our BA Film and Television Studies equips you with a range of creative, conceptual and related skills sought by employers.
You will also develop your confidence and learn how to work independently and in teams Ð all crucial qualities sought in the contemporary jobs market.
Practical modules will give you a number of skills more specific to the film and television industries. A key contribution to strengthening employability is offered by our final-year work experience module that takes advantage of our wide range of contacts in the film, TV and related industries.
Careers and your future
Our graduates have taken up posts in the film and television industries and in other fields such as journalism, publishing, research, critical writing, arts administration and programming.
Our programme also provides a good basis for postgraduate study and the pursuit of higher qualifications in both theoretical and practical areas.
Past students have gone on to work for companies including the BBC, Granada Television and Ridley Scott Associates in roles as diverse as casting agents, researchers, production assistants and film officers.
Our programme also equips you for a much wider range of careers, offering the same kinds of strengths as those provided by other degrees in the arts and humanities.
