Film and Television Studies
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In choosing to study a degree in Film and Television Studies with integrated Foundation Year at Aberystwyth University, you'll be immersing yourself in a rigorous and challenging discipline combining both practical and theoretic components.
Here in the Department of Theatre, Film and Television Studies in Aberystwyth University, we work closely with the BBC, S4C and Boomerang+ Plc. With a focus on developing the essential competencies and capabilities demanded by the key industry employers, the degree will provide you with the skills and attributes required in the discipline. In addition, you'll be taught in one of the UK's pre-eminent facilities by enthusiastic and dedicated staff.
This degree course with integrated foundation year is the perfect option if you do not have a sufficient or relevant academic background but want to access this exciting degree scheme. During the Foundation Year, you will develop the academic skills that will prepare you for the full scheme from the second year onwards.
Course Overview
Modules September start - 2023
Please note: The modules listed below are those currently intended for delivery during the next academic year and may be subject to change. They are included here to give an indication of how the course is structured.
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Information in a Post-Truth World | GS01120 | 20 |
How to be a Student 1 | GS09520 | 20 |
How to be a Student 2 | GS09320 | 20 |
Introduction to Humanities | GS09920 | 20 |
Representing the Other: Cultures and Clashes | GS09820 | 20 |
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Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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The ‘Othered' Migrant: Social Science Perspectives | GS09620 | 20 |
Understanding Change - Environment, People, Places | GS00820 | 20 |
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Making Short Films 1 | FM11420 | 20 |
Studying Film | FM10120 | 20 |
Studying Television | FM10220 | 20 |
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Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Making Short Films 2 | FM11240 | 40 |
Movements in Film History | FM11120 | 20 |
Studying Communication | FM10720 | 20 |
Studying Media | FM10620 | 20 |
Writing Continuing TV Drama | FM17320 | 20 |
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Work in the Media Industries | FM23820 | 20 |
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Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Art Cinema | FM24420 | 20 |
Digital Culture | FM25520 | 20 |
LGBT Screens | FM20120 | 20 |
Stardom and Celebrity | FM21520 | 20 |
Television Genre | FM20620 | 20 |
Creative Documentary | FM26520 | 20 |
Creative Fiction: Horror | FM20920 | 20 |
Creative Studio | FM25420 | 20 |
Writing for Film and Television | FM21620 | 20 |
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Contemporary Film and the Break-Up of Britain | FM30020 | 20 |
Contemporary TV Drama | FM30320 | 20 |
Cult Cinema: Texts, Histories and Audiences | FM38220 | 20 |
Experimental Cinema | FM34520 | 20 |
Gender and the Media | FM38320 | 20 |
Independent Research Project | FM36040 | 40 |
Videogame Theories | FM38420 | 20 |
Documentary Production | FM33740 | 40 |
Experimental Media Production | FM33540 | 40 |
Fiction Film Production | FM34240 | 40 |
Scriptwriting 1 | FM37020 | 20 |
Scriptwriting 2 | FM37120 | 20 |
* Also available partially or entirely through the medium of Welsh
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Teaching & Learning
Typical Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
A Levels Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed Level 3 qualifications (eg, A-Levels or BTEC diploma) and to mature-aged candidates without formal qualifications who have suitable background education, experience and motivation.
GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4):
English or Welsh
BTEC National Diploma:
Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed Level 3 qualifications (eg, A-Levels or BTEC diploma) and to mature-aged candidates without formal qualifications who have suitable background education, experience and motivation.
International Baccalaureate:
Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed Level 3 qualifications (eg, A-Levels or BTEC diploma) and to mature-aged candidates without formal qualifications who have suitable background education, experience and motivation.
European Baccalaureate:
Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed Level 3 qualifications (eg, A-Levels or BTEC diploma) and to mature-aged candidates without formal qualifications who have suitable background education, experience and motivation.
English Language Requirements:
See our Undergraduate English Language Requirements for this course. Pre-sessional English Programmes are also available for students who do not meet our English Language Requirements.
Country Specific Entry Requirements:
International students whose qualification is not listed on this page, can check our Country Specific Entry Requirements for further information.
The University welcomes undergraduate applications from students studying the Access to Higher Education Diploma or T-level qualifications, provided that relevant subject content and learning outcomes are met. We are not able to accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas or T-levels as a general qualification for every undergraduate degree course.
Our inclusive admissions policy values breadth as well as depth of study. Applicants are selected on their own individual merits and offers can vary. If you would like to check the eligibility of your qualifications before submitting an application, please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for advice and guidance.