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The BA (Hons) in English and Film & TV Studies at Brunel University London offers students an immersive and comprehensive exploration of two dynamic and interconnected disciplines. This innovative programme is designed to develop a deep understanding of both literary traditions and visual storytelling practices, equipping graduates with critical skills, analytical expertise, and creative insights applicable across a wide range of careers in media, communications, publishing, education, and the arts. Throughout the course, students engage with a diverse selection of modules that cover classic and contemporary literature from different periods and cultures, as well as the history, theory, and production of film and television. The programme emphasizes both academic rigor and practical skills, encouraging students to analyze texts, films, and TV shows critically, and to develop their own creative projects. Students have opportunities to work on film and television production, scriptwriting, and digital media, fostering hands-on experience alongside theoretical knowledge. Brunel’s strong links with industry professionals and media organizations provide valuable networking opportunities, placements, and projects that prepare students for successful careers in a competitive media landscape. The programme also promotes intercultural understanding and promotes research and independent study, empowering students to become confident communicators and innovative thinkers. State-of-the-art facilities, dedicated media labs, and a vibrant campus community support learning and creativity. Graduates of this programme are well-equipped to pursue further academic study or to enter professions such as media production, journalism, publishing, teaching, or cultural management. By combining English literature with Film and TV Studies, the degree offers a unique interdisciplinary approach that fosters critical thinking, cultural awareness, and a passion for storytelling in all its forms.
Detailed Course Facts
Application deadline January 15 Tuition fee- GBP 9000 Year (EEA)
- GBP 13000 Year (Non-EEA)
Duration full-time 36 months Languages Take an IELTS test
- English
Course Content
English
There are opportunities for specialisation through a wide range of options which you may select according to your own particular tastes and interests, be they in contemporary poetry, drama, fiction, in literatures of the past or in literatures from cultures remote from our own.
There is only one compulsory module, and that is at Level 1. It deals with the most important approaches to criticism and theory that inform English studies in universities throughout the country. As such, it acts as a foundation for your other English studies. Other modules concentrate on different approaches to poetry, dramatic text and prose.
We also offer modules which concentrate on periods and themes. These include Early Modern Writers and Popular Fictions.
Levels 2/3
At Level 2, you will study some period based modules such as Romanticism and Revolution, Shakespeare, The Nineteenth Century Novel, and Modernism, as well as conceptual modules that build on themes explored in the Level 1 compulsory module, such as Post-Colonial Writing and The Womens Movement. At Level 3, you can choose from a wide range of modules that are research-led by experts in the field, including: Shakespeare the Return of the Author; Writing Ireland; Critical Perspectives (Historical and Contemporary); Nineteenth Century Literature and Culture; and Post-Millennial Fiction, 2000 to the Present.At Level 3, you can choose from a wide range of modules that are research led by experts in the field, including: Shakespeare the Return of the Author; Writing India; Critical Perspectives (Historical and Contemporary); Jane Austen; Nineteenth Century Literature and Culture; and Post-Millennial Fiction, 2000 to the present.
Film and Television Studies
You will begin with a series of foundational modules at Level 1 that introduce you to film and television form, critical frameworks that have shaped the subject, historical and social context and an understanding of the relationship between theory and practice. At Level 2, you will be given more choice, to develop these understandings in relation to more specific media, geographical and/or genre contexts, and to undertake video practice. At Level 3, you are expected to develop increasingly sophisticated frameworks of analysis across a range of modules, including those focused on alternative practices in a variety of contexts. Level 3 practical options are restricted, however, to single honours students.
English Language Requirements
IELTS band : 6.5 CAE score : 60(Grade C) TOEFL paper-based test score : 580 TOEFL iBT® test : 92
To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to
take an IELTS test. More About IELTSRequirements
GCE A-level AAB ABB. Typical offer AAB, including Grade B in English.
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma D*D*D in a related subject (Applicants without A-level English will be required to submit a written sample of work on request).
BTEC Level 3 Diploma D*D in a related subject with an A-level in English at grade A.
BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma D in a related subject with A-levels grade AA including English.
International Baccalaureate Diploma 35 points including Higher Level 5 in English.
Access to Higher EducationDiploma Complete and pass a related subject Access course with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. All English units must be Distinctions at level 3.
GCSE Mathematics grade C and GCSE English grade C are also required.
Please check our Admissions pages for more information on other factors we use to assess applicants within our grade range as well as our full GCSE requirements and accepted equivalencies in place of GCSEs.
English Language Requirements
IELTS: 6.5 (min 5.5 in all areas)
Pearson: 58 (51 in all subscores)
BrunELT: 65% (min 55% in all areas)
Work Experience
No work experience is required.
Related Scholarships*
- Academic Excellence Scholarship
"The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."
- Access Bursary
Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.
- Alumni Bursary
Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students
* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Brunel University.
The BA (Hons) Film and TV Studies programme at Brunel University London offers students in-depth knowledge and critical understanding of the history, theory, and practice of film and television. Designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the media industry, the course covers a wide range of topics including film analysis, television production, screenwriting, and media production techniques. Students have the opportunity to engage with contemporary issues in media, such as representation, digital convergence, and the impact of new technologies on storytelling. The programme emphasizes both theoretical learning and practical skills, preparing graduates for careers in media production, broadcasting, film criticism, and related industries. Students benefit from access to modern facilities, including editing suites and media labs, as well as expert guidance from academic staff who are active researchers and industry professionals. The curriculum encourages critical thinking, creativity, and technical proficiency, ensuring graduates are well-equipped to thrive in dynamic media environments. Throughout the course, students can participate in industry placements, work on live projects, and attend guest lectures by industry leaders, gaining valuable insights and hands-on experience. The degree also offers pathways for further study, including postgraduate research options, enabling students to continue developing their academic interests and professional skills. Overall, Brunel’s Film and TV Studies programme aims to produce versatile, critical, and technically skilled graduates ready for the evolving landscape of media and entertainment industries around the world.
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