BA (Hons) Film and Television

Integrated Masters with deeper specialization and research focus
Taught in English
Duration 3 Years
Mode On Campus
Level Undergraduate
Degree Bachelors Degree
Closing soon September 2026

Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Film and Television at Southampton Solent University is your gateway into the dynamic global screen industries, designed for aspiring professionals keen to understand and shape the future of filmmaking and television production. You will explore critical concepts in visual storytelling, documentary filmmaking, and screenwriting, analysing contemporary media through modules like 'Close Up: Forms and Industries' and 'Editing Reality'. This undergraduate degree provides a robust foundation in both the creative practices and theoretical frameworks essential for a career in this exciting and ever-evolving field, preparing you to critically engage with and contribute to the industry.

Studied full-time on campus over three years, your journey will involve hands-on production experience and critical analysis, from developing short films and television pilots in 'Filming Fiction' and 'The Pilot: Television Drama and Beyond' to dissecting screen language in 'POV: Deconstructing the Screen'. In your final year, you will undertake a significant Final Major Project, applying your accumulated skills to a self-directed creative endeavour. You will graduate with a portfolio of work and the practical and analytical abilities needed to pursue diverse career paths in film and television production, distribution, or exhibition.

Course Curriculum & Details

Detailed information for serious evaluators

Program Overview

This BA (Hons) Film and Television program offers a comprehensive exploration of filmmaking and television production. Across three years, students will delve into various forms and industries, from documentary and fiction filmmaking to screenwriting and television drama. The curriculum emphasizes critical analysis, creative practice, and professional development, culminating in a major project. Optional modules allow for specialization in areas such as post-production, production, or research and writing.

1 Year one

Close Up: Forms and Industries
Editing Reality: Telling Stories through Documentaries
Filming Fiction: Principles and Practices of Visual Storytelling
POV: Deconstructing the Screen
Screenwriting: From Pitch to Page
The Studio: Creativity, Collaboration and Control

2 Year two

The Critic: Screen Criticism and Creative Analysis
Brief Encounters: The Art and Craft of Short Film
Access All Areas? Documenting Society
The Pilot: Television Drama and Beyond
Beyond the Screen: Engaging Contemporary Audiences

3 Optional modules

Intermediate Post-Production
Intermediate Production
Intermediate Research and Writing

4 Final year

Professional Practice Portfolio
In Focus: Screening Contemporary Culture
Global Screens: The Transmedia Age
Final Major Project Research
Final Major Project

Cost & Affordability

A clear picture of what this course will cost you

Program Costs

First Year Fee Tuition fee
USD 25,791.00
Second Year Fee Tuition fee
USD 25,791.00
Third Year Fee Tuition fee
USD 25,791.00
Total Program Cost Estimated total tuition
USD 77,375.00

Currency note: Program costs shown in USD based on the available tuition breakdown.

Living Costs

Accommodation
USD 693.00 - USD 1,552.00
Food & Groceries USD 2,417.00 - USD 4,833.00
Transport USD 806.00 - USD 1,611.00
Utilities & Bills USD 1,128.00 - USD 2,095.00
Estimated Total USD 4,351.00 - USD 8,539.00

Living cost estimates are based on East Park Terrace campus.

Outcomes & Employability

What happens after you graduate

91%
Graduate Employment Rate Within 6 to 12 months of graduation

Common Graduate Roles

Amusement & Recreation ServicesAnimation & Visual EffectsBroadcasting & TelevisionEvent Promotion & ManagementJournalism & ReportingMedia Production & EditingMusic & Performing ArtsPublic Broadcasting & DocumentarySocial Media & Content StrategyTheme Parks & Leisure

Top Employers Hiring for this course

British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)

Why Study BA (Hons) Film and Television at Southampton Solent University

What makes this program stand out

September 2026 Closing soon

Next intake is in September 2026

Life at Southampton Solent University in United Kingdom

What daily life looks like for international students

Language

English

Primary language everywhere

Climate

Mild & Rainy

10-20°C average, pack layers

Safety (Numbeo Safety Index)

Very Safe

Exeter is one of UK's safest cities

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BA (Hons) Film and Television at Southampton Solent University

Can I work while studying?

As a degree student in the UK, you can work up to 20 hours per week during term time and full-time during breaks. No separate work permit is needed.

What English language score do I need for this course?

International students must meet specific English language requirements. Acceptable tests include Duolingo, TOEFL, and IELTS with varying score requirements across all.

What jobs can I get after studying this course?

Graduates can pursue careers as filmmakers, screenwriters, production assistants, film editors, or film critics.

What will I actually study in this course?

This degree combines creative practice with critical studies, preparing you for the film and television industries. Topics include screen language, genre analysis, and representation in film and television.

When can I start — what are the intake months?

The BA (Hons) Film and Television course has intakes in January and September. You can choose either month to start your studies.
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