BA Film and English with Year Abroad

Course Overview This combined Film and English degree offers a deep exploration of narrative storytelling across both literature and cinema, from classic texts to contemporary global film. You will develop critical analysis skills by examining these art forms through diverse lenses such as philosophy, performance, and social context, enhanced by a unique year abroad immersing you in a different cinematic culture. The program fosters a vibrant creative community where theoretical study is balanced with practical opportunities in writing and filmmaking. Key Program Highlights Spend your third year studying abroad in destinations like South Korea, Sweden, or Ireland to experience distinctive film cultures firsthand. Analyze the art of adaptation, exploring classic literature and popular works like Jane Austen and Harry Potter through their film versions. Gain practical experience through scriptwriting modules, writing workshops at Nuffield Southampton Theatres, and submitting to a yearly film festival. Study a vast range of cinema, from film noir and horror to documentary and animation, across British, European, and world contexts. Access unique resources including the Chawton House Library's rare books and explore experimental writing at the John Hansard Gallery.