Film Studies MA (Film Studies or Film & Philosophy pathways available)
King's College London
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This course has been designed for students who want to deepen their knowledge of world cinemas and media. It offers an extensive range of options covering all aspects of film and media including theory, style, representation, spectatorship, philosophy, and critical media practice (filmmaking).As the leading program for film studies located in the centre of London, our perfect location close to BFI Southbank (including the BFI Library), Southbank Centre, and Tate Modern means you will be ...Read more

This course has been designed for students who want to deepen their knowledge of world cinemas and media. It offers an extensive range of options covering all aspects of film and media including theory, style, representation, spectatorship, philosophy, and critical media practice (filmmaking).As the leading program for film studies located in the centre of London, our perfect location close to BFI Southbank (including the BFI Library), Southbank Centre, and Tate Modern means you will be studying in the heart of London with access to fantastic resources. The course is ideal for careers in the media, arts and related culture industries, or preparation for further study.

CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
8th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
24th
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Orla
28 Feb 23

Best aspect for me is student life, I’ve met some absolute amazing people in Kings that I know I’ll keep for years. I would say the worse aspect of King’s is the location for some..Read more

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Oisín
15 Feb 23

It is heavily integrated into the culture that the course is about (for example its proximity to the BFI and how a lot of the lecturers are themselves prominent voices in the..Read more

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Entry requirements

2:1 undergraduate honours degree in film studies or a subject in which film or media plays a significant part (candidates from other disciplines may be considered). In order to meet the academic entry requirements for this programme you should have a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme. If you are still studying you should be achieving an average of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme.

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£12,468 per year

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£27,996 per year

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£27,996 per year

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Latest Film Studies reviews

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Orla
28 Feb 23
Film Studies BA (Hons)
Best aspect for me is student life, I’ve met some absolute amazing people in Kings that I know I’ll keep for years. I would say the worse aspect of King’s is the location for some...
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Oisín
15 Feb 23
Film Studies BA (Hons)
It is heavily integrated into the culture that the course is about (for example its proximity to the BFI and how a lot of the lecturers are themselves prominent voices in the...
Read more
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King's College London
Strand Westminster London WC2R 2LS United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Temple  0.1 miles away Nearest train station: Charing Cross   0.2 miles away
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