Film Studies BA (Hons)
University of Greenwich
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**If you want the perfect place to take a degree in film studies, study at one of the UKs leading film locations and maybe spot some Hollywood professionals in action.**This film studies degree will help you view film from a different perspective. Youll study film history, understanding its broad social and cultural contexts to develop skills in critical analysis. Youll also learn about camera techniques and editing processes to shape your understanding of the medium.The film and media ...Read more


If you want the perfect place to take a degree in film studies, study at one of the UK's leading film locations and maybe spot some Hollywood professionals in action.

This film studies degree will help you view film from a different perspective. You'll study film history, understanding its broad social and cultural contexts to develop skills in critical analysis. You'll also learn about camera techniques and editing processes to shape your understanding of the medium.The film and media industries are not just about production and post-production, but also roles in scriptwriting, marketing, distribution, historical research and archival work, education, organising live events, and studying audiences and identifying target markets for forthcoming media releases. Our degree prepares you for these career opportunities, as well as further study.The Greenwich Campus is a popular location for film crews and has featured in Hollywood blockbusters such as Pirates of the Caribbean: on Stranger Tides.


What you should know about this course

- It's ideal for those who want to learn and research the broad scope and impact of film industries - past and present, local and global- Suitable for students who wish to combine a theoretical understanding of moving images with independent research, practical skills, and collaboration with peers- Gain key skills in critical analysis of visual images, which is highly valued by employers in a multimedia environment- Develop excellent communication skills as you learn how to communicate effectively in images and words through your written work and visual analysis- Graduates from this course work in a range of creative industries including film promotion, story development, media research, film festivals, media education, advertising and film curating and programming.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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28/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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51st
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
110th
Cinematics and Photography
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 85 = 15% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
15%
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100%
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Cinematics and Photography graduate salary at this uni
£21,000
UK Cinematics and Photography graduate salary
£20,000
What students say
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Fred
21 Nov 24

Best aspect is the natural beauty of the area, as well as the teachers passion. Every lecture and seminar is delivered with such enthusiasm and passion for the content it really..Read more

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Fred
08 Nov 23

Best is definitely the location, it makes it all very cosy and exciting, the people here are all lovely aswell it’s been very easy to make friends with everyone. Worst has..Read more

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Popular A-level subjects

Cinematics and Photography

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Film Studies
52%
Media Studies
50%
English Literature
20%
Photography
17%
Drama
15%
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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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£17,000 per year

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£17,000 per year

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£17000 Per year

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Fred
21 Nov 24
Film Studies BA (Hons)
Best aspect is the natural beauty of the area, as well as the teachers passion. Every lecture and seminar is delivered with such enthusiasm and passion for the content it really...
Read more
F
Fred
08 Nov 23
Film Studies BA (Hons)
Best is definitely the location, it makes it all very cosy and exciting, the people here are all lovely aswell it’s been very easy to make friends with everyone. Worst has...
Read more
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Old Royal Naval College King William Walk London Greenwich SE10 9LS United Kingdom
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