Film Studies degrees in Scotland

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University of Glasgow

3 film-studies courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 9th
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WUSCA ranking: 42th
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A lot of the courses aren't really standardised. Some use Moodle a lot, some don't. Though that might also be the lecturers trying to customise it to their teaching style. Lecturers are a mixed bag. Some read directly from slides, others actually try and engage with the class. Depends on what subject.

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Year 1
  • Film And Television 1A: Looking, Listening, Reading.
  • Film And Television 1B: Key Moments in The Development Of Cinema And Television
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Year 1
  • Classical Civilisation 1A Online Version: Early Greece, From Troy To Plataea, 776-479 BC
  • Classical Civilisation 1A: Early Greece, From Troy To Plataea, 776-479 BC
  • Classical Civilisation 1B Online Version: Republican Rome, 220-31 BC
  • Classical Civilisation 1B: Republican Rome, 220-31 BC
  • Film And Television 1A: Looking, Listening, Reading.
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Bath Spa University

1 film-studies courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 58th
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The campus is absolutely gorgeous! A wonderful mix of old and new, castles and modern buildings. Reserving rooms encourages students to get out of their rooms and study anywhere on campus, from the top of the castle tower, to the communal "pods" at Commons. The Student Union building has a bar and a small shop, and activities going on almost every day. Karaoke every other Saturday is one of my favourites. Close enough to the city of Bath for easy access, while still having the feeling of a university town. Lots of student discounts and student bars/clubs in town, as the University of Bath is also nearby. Interesting classes, lovely lecturers and guest lecturers, and proper assessments. Few, if not none, tests, allowing for those who do not thrive with simple memorization to show off how they learn. The diversity of students encourages the broadening of your own world view. A wide range of courses, allowing for study into incredibly specific topics. The main issue with the university is the wait time for wellbeing appointments, as it can take up to four months to even get a foot in the door. This means that if you do need help, it is very difficult to achieve. Also, while it isn't the university's fault, it is important to know that the First Bus system is not very reliable, so if you have a job in town, it is quite nerve-wracking.

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Edinburgh Napier University

2 film-studies courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 15th
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WUSCA ranking: 20th
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Edinburgh Napier University offers a supportive learning environment with a strong emphasis on practical experience and industry connections. Its modern campuses and diverse student body create a vibrant academic atmosphere.

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Film - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Editing Sound and Picture
  • Essential Elements of Storytelling (plot, character, dialogue and engaging an audience)
  • Film History
  • Key Concepts in Filmmaking
  • Narrative Construction
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English and Film - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • 19th Century Literature and Culture
  • Critical Contexts: Introduction to Literary Criticism and Theory
  • Film History
  • Introduction to Literature: Texts and Contexts
  • Literature & Adaptation
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Glasgow School of Art

1 film-studies courses SCOTLAND
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This really is a great place to be a part of. I absolutely love the Glasgow school of Art. I have already recommended to friends & my cousin who has always wanted a place here - she is an incredible designer.

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Sound for the Moving Image - BDes (Hons)
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Stage 1
  • Taking place at FE institution
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University of Dundee

1 film-studies courses SCOTLAND
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Tutors are lovely but the only thing that could be improved is the support for the English and the rest of the students who are not from Scotland. It's took me 3 years to get help for my dyslexia and that is because I have to pay for it.

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English and Film Studies - MA (Hons)
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Level 1
  • English and Film Studies
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University of Stirling

12 film-studies courses SCOTLAND
WUSCA ranking: 52th
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The library and sports facilities are really good but the student union has been mostly shut during my time at uni due to raac concrete, and the union building was sold to campus eats so no longer has its 100% plantbased by 2030 pledge

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Film & Media - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Media 1: An Introduction to Media Studies and Industries(FMSU9A1)
  • The Moving Image(FMSU9A2)
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Film & Media and Journalism Studies - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Ethical Issues in Journalism(JOUU9A2)
  • Introduction to Journalism Studies(JOUU9A1)
  • Media 1: An Introduction to Media Studies and Industries(FMSU9A1)
  • The Moving Image(FMSU9A2)
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Robert Gordon University

1 film-studies courses SCOTLAND
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Great all round university with great balance of city and rurally located. Transport wise, its great within city. Although, it lacks proper parking for rurally located people (where public transport is not an option/viable option) as requires permit. To resolve this, a multistory carpark could be implemented or more bus links/shuttlebuses from locations outside of the city. The lack of public transport outside the city is a problem anyway, so may be worth considering relocating to city for duration of course. With regards to course, having already been a student previously, there are a lot more support systems in place to help aid students. Moreover, compared to other universities, the staff are more than happy to help. The small knit feel of the University and the city provides a homely lifestyle, easily and effortlessly. This is only furthered by the diversity of culture within the city and shire. The union is great, the staff are approachable and friendly. From initially becoming a student to my time here now, however, the union seems to be downsizing. I feel that this is an absolute shame as it provides an independent aspect to life as a student. It, in my opinion, has reduced the quality of student life as it miminises a student voice, independent of the university. That being said, there is a great range of mental health facilities in place now to enhance student lifestyle auch as free gym membership for students.

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Film and Media - BA (Hons)
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UHI is a fantastic university for distance learning courses. The support that they provide is assuring, teachers are helpful and knowledgeable, and the intended learning outcomes are very clearly outlined from the very start. Accordingly, I enthusiastically recommend studying the PG distance learning courses through the UHI!

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University of St Andrews

35 film-studies courses SCOTLAND
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Great place to study; staff is awesome and courses are engaging. As for improvement, better health services, especially for mental health. Some of the underlying things are not what they seem: i.e. lecturers have to strike every semester just to get paid and the school can be too focused on its reputation to see the individual and their needs.

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Classical Studies and Film Studies - MA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Elementary Latin 1
  • Elementary Latin 2
  • Global Film History and Historiography
  • Greek Language and Literature 1
  • Greek Literature for Beginners
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Film Studies and German - MA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • First Level German A 1
  • First Level German A 2
  • First Level German B 1
  • First Level German B 2
  • Global Film History and Historiography
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Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh

2 film-studies courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 32nd
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WUSCA ranking: 49th
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Best - the face-to-face teaching, but also the good online resources from lectures/tutorials to learn Worst - have found it harder to join societies/groups as a mature student, didn't feel very welcomed

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Film and Media - BA (Hons)
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Theatre and Film - BA (Hons)
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