Film Studies and Art History

Film Studies and Art History at the University of East Anglia offers students a comprehensive exploration of visual culture, combining theoretical analysis with practical engagement. This integrated programme is designed to develop critical thinking, analytical skills, and a deep understanding of the historical and contemporary contexts of film and art. Students will engage with a diverse range of topics, including the history of cinema, film theory, visual arts, contemporary media, and cultural studies. The curriculum encourages students to examine key concepts such as representation, ideology, and aesthetics, while also fostering practical skills through opportunities in research, critical review, and creative projects.

Throughout the course, students will benefit from access to world-class facilities, including dedicated film and art spaces, collections, and labs, providing a hands-on approach to learning. The programme emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary analysis, enabling students to draw connections between film, art, and wider cultural phenomena. The teaching staff consists of experienced academics and industry professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge and real-world insights into the classroom. Students will also have opportunities for placements, internships, and collaborative projects that enhance employability and professional development.

The programme prepares graduates for careers in film production, curation, arts administration, media industries, academia, and related fields. It fosters an environment of creativity, critical inquiry, and cultural engagement, equipping students with the skills necessary to analyze and produce visual content in a rapidly evolving media landscape. With a focus on both historical perspectives and contemporary practices, this degree offers a well-rounded education that combines theory with practice, ensuring students are well-prepared for the diverse challenges of the cultural industries. Whether you have a passion for cinema, art, or cultural analysis, this programme provides the tools and knowledge to pursue your interests professionally and thoughtfully.

Detailed Course Facts

• EUR 10560 Year (EEA)
• EUR 14600 Year (Non-EEA)

• English

Course Content

The degree combines teaching in small seminar groups with lecture modules, giving flexibility and allowing you to put together a customised programme which reflects your own interests in artistic and filmic production across cultures and time. A spine of core modules running through the first and second years is designed to develop your understanding of art history and film studies.
During the first year, modules introduce you to film history, to the analysis of films and television programmes, and to the consideration of key themes and methods of interpretation in art history. From the beginning, you will be encouraged to engage with the historical and cultural meanings of images. The film studies modules taken in this year analyse the technological and stylistic changes which have defined cinematic history in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, and modules involve film screenings and seminar discussion groups.
The second-year lecture modules in art history focus on art’s relationship to performance and display, before exploring different methodological approaches to art-historical analysis from the eighteenth century through to the most up-to-date theories. You will also take a module on film theory which addresses contemporary issues in film studies. Second-year seminar modules (of which you will choose five from the wide range on offer in both Schools) allow you to develop your pre-existing interests in art and film, to explore new issues and periods in both disciplines, and to discover the connections between them. In film studies, for example, you can pursue one of the practical options in film or studio production, or work on specific film genres.
Third-year teaching is entirely through small-group seminar modules which involve the advanced and in-depth study of particular artistic and filmic forms. As in the first and second years, modules can be chosen according to your own interests and skills needs, preparing you to pursue your career after graduation. The 9,000-word dissertation, on a topic of your own choice and supervised by a member of faculty in the School of World Art Studies, represents an important part of the final year and introduces you to the skills of academic enquiry, research and writing needed for postgraduate study.

Assessment

Key skills, issues and ideas are introduced in lectures given by all members of faculty, including art historians, film historians, anthropologists and archaeologists. More specialist study is undertaken in small group seminars.
These are chosen from a range offered within the School and across the University. You will also spend time studying and researching in the library or carrying out practical work or projects. In most subject areas, you are assessed at the end of each year on the basis of coursework and, in some cases, project and examination results.
In your final year, you will write a dissertation on a topic of your choice and with the advice of tutors. There is no final examination. Your final degree result is determined by the marks you receive in years two and three.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5 TOEFL iBT® test : 88

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Requirements

• A Level: AAB including at least one humanities essay-based subject
• International Baccalaureate: 33 points including at least one Higher Level humanities essay-based subject
• Scottish Highers: At least one Advanced Higher preferred in addition to Highers
• Scottish Advanced Highers: AAB including at least one humanities essay-based subject
• Irish Leaving Certificate: AAAABB including at least one humanities essay-based subject
• Access Course: Please contact the university for further information
• HND: Please contact the university for further information
• European Baccalaureate: 80% including at least one humanities essay-based subject

Students for whom English is a Foreign language

We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading). Recognised English Language qualifications include:

• IELTS: 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in Reading and Writing with no less than 5.5 in any component)
• TOEFL: Internet-based score of 88 overall (minimum 20 in Reading and Speaking components, 19 in Writing component and 17 in Listening components.
• PTE: 62 overall (minimum 55 in Reading and Writing components with no less than 51 in any component).

If you do not meet the University's entry requirements, our INTO Language Learning Centre offers a range of university preparation courses to help you develop the high level of academic and English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study.

Interviews

The majority of candidates will not be called for an interview. However, for some students an interview will be requested. These are normally quite informal and generally cover topics such as your current studies, reasons for choosing the course and your personal interests and extra-curricular activities. Students will have the opportunity to meet with an academic individually on a Visit Day in order to gain a deeper insight into the course(s) you have applied for.

Gap Year

We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year.

We also welcome applications for deferred entry, believing that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry and may wish to contact the appropriate Admissions Office directly to discuss this further.

Intakes

The School's annual intake is in September of each year.

Alternative Qualifications

If you have alternative qualifications that have not been mentioned above, then please contact university directly for further information.

GCSE Offer

Students are required to have GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English Language at Grade C or above.

Assessment

For the majority of candidates the most important factors in assessing the application will be past and future achievement in examinations, academic interest in the subject being applied for, personal interest and extra-curricular activities and the confidential reference.
We consider applicants as individuals and accept students from a very wide range of educational backgrounds and spend time considering your application in order to reach an informed decision relating to your application. Typical offers are indicated above. Please note, there may be additional subject entry requirements specific to individual degree courses.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

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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 University of East Anglia.

Funding

The University will be charging International students £11,700.00 for all full time School of World Art Studies and Museology undergraduate programmes which start in 2012.

The University of East Anglia offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to studying Film Studies and Art History, designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of visual culture, cinematic practices, and historical art movements. The programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, enabling students to critically analyze films, artworks, and cultural phenomena within their historical and social contexts. Throughout the course, students engage with a wide range of topics, including film theory and criticism, the history of art from different periods and regions, visual analysis, and contemporary media practices.

The curriculum is structured to foster both academic inquiry and creative expression. Students have the opportunity to develop practical skills in visual analysis, research, and presentation, as well as to explore the historical development of film and art forms. The programme encourages critical thinking and aims to prepare graduates for careers in creative industries, curation, arts management, academia, and media production.

Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, workshops, and individual tutorials, all designed to facilitate active learning and in-depth exploration of complex concepts. The university provides access to excellent resources, including specialised libraries, film and art collections, and state-of-the-art media labs. Students are also encouraged to undertake work placements and participate in exhibitions, film screenings, or research projects to enhance their practical experience.

Career prospects for graduates of Film Studies and Art History at UEA are diverse. Many alumni go on to work in the arts sector, including roles as curators, gallery and museum staff, film critics, or media producers. Others pursue postgraduate study or research careers in academia. The programme’s emphasis on critical analysis, cultural understanding, and practical skills ensures that students are well-equipped to succeed in various professional contexts within the creative industries.

The university supports students with academic guidance, professional development, and opportunities to participate in national and international exhibitions, festivals, and conferences. The close links with industry professionals and cultural institutions also facilitate networking and job placement opportunities. Overall, the programme aims to cultivate a sophisticated understanding of visual culture and prepare students to contribute creatively and critically to society.

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