This degree will give you a unique insight into global film culture, film form and style, and the political importance of film.
You’ll explore the richness of world cinemas, meaning that your studies will be based on the phenomenon of film creation in different places and periods, not just Hollywood.
Through a combination of core and optional modules, you’ll gain an in-depth knowledge of historical, theoretical, critical, and intercultural approaches used in film studies. You’ll benefit from studying in the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies by being able to explore cinema from around the world, including French, German, Italian, Chinese and Japanese cinema.
Throughout your degree you’ll develop a range of essential skills valued by employers such as critical thinking, independent research and communication skills.
This film studies degree offers you teaching of the highest standard, in a research-intensive environment where enthusiastic experts and students come together to explore film culture. You’ll be encouraged to get involved in a range of activities organised by the Centre for World Cinemas and Digital Cultures.
Leeds has excellent resources for studying film. As well as the rich cultural life of the city of Leeds, which includes the annual Leeds International Film Festival and various independent cinemas – such as the Hyde Park Picture House, the oldest cinema in Leeds. Our on-campus resources include an extensive lending library of Hollywood and foreign-language films, and you also can join various student-led film societies. The University Library houses extensive documents, manuscripts and early printed materials in its Special Collections, which are a valuable resource for your original research.
Course Details - Modules
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Course Details – Assessment Method
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How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
P303
Institution code:
L23
Campus Name:
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Year 2
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Successful completion of Year 1 of a relevant degree course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Might be accepted as in combination with other qualifications, please contact admissions teams for further advice & guidance.
Pass diploma with 60 credits overall, including at least 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. An interview and a piece of written work may also be required.
and AABBB in Highers, or B in Advanced Highers and AAABB in Highers,
Where an applicant is taking the EPQ in a relevant subject this might be considered alongside other Level 3 qualifications and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A Levels, this would be BBB at A Level and grade A in the EPQ.
including 16 at Higher level
European Baccalaureate: 75%.
Further information on accepted qualifications can be found at
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.5
with no less than 6.0 in each component of listening, reading, speaking and writing
TOEFL (iBT)
92.0
with no less than 21 in listening, 21 in reading, 23 in speaking and 22 in writing
PTE Academic
64.0
with no less than 60 in each component of listening, reading, speaking and writing
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