The Film Studies and Creative Writing BA (Hons) at Keele University invites you to explore the dynamic interplay between visual storytelling and literary expression. This undergraduate degree is designed for aspiring writers and film enthusiasts eager to understand how narratives are constructed, disseminated, and received across different media. You will delve into film theory, screenwriting, and diverse literary forms, developing a critical lens to analyse cinematic techniques and textual nuances. This programme offers a robust academic grounding for those passionate about the art and craft of communication.
This full-time, three-year on-campus degree allows you to immerse yourself in modules covering film history, theory, and technology, alongside practical creative writing. You will explore genres, screenplays, and narrative structures, with opportunities to develop your own poetry, prose, and screenwriting skills. Distinctive features include optional work placements and an independent study project in your final year, providing invaluable real-world experience and a chance to conduct in-depth research. You will graduate with a versatile skill set, prepared for careers in media, publishing, filmmaking, and beyond.