BA (Hons) English & Film
48 monthsProgramme duration
9,535 GBPTuition Fee/year
30 Jun, 2026Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
English Language and Literature
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The BA (Hons) in English and Film degree will deepen your interest, understanding and knowledge of important texts, genres and concerns in literature from the Renaissance to the present, and film from the early twentieth-century to contemporary releases. You will study both literature and film across a wide and diverse area of cultural studies, including: popular culture, genre fiction and film, adaptation studies, TV studies, new media, creative writing, and socially-relevant modules examining cultural representations of crime, ecology, terrorism, global conflict and globalisation, imperialism, cultural hertiage and more. You'll study English from exciting interdisciplinary perspectives and benefit from your lecturers' and tutors' deep literary knowledge and expertise.
You'll also gain a strong foundation in a range of global cinemas and literatures, including the theoretical and historical debates that have helped to shape our understanding of literature and film across the world.
This course will develop your critical and theoretical skills, and help prepare you for a career in a number of areas of the cultural and creative industries. The course provides the opportunity to study at a partner university overseas, or take a work placement in industry.
The BA (Hons) in English and Film is not a practical film-making course. However, the University does offer plenty of other practical courses in this area, in both film and television. Visit our media study area for further details.
You'll explore genre, narrative, adaptation, film technology, documentary, experimental filmmaking and contemporary trends in film theory and criticism. You will study and analyse a range of diverse cinematic practices, as well as the social, political, cultural, historical and philosophical contexts within which films are produced.
English is studied from the Renaissance to the present day, providing a truly modern and interdisciplinary approach to literature. This will allow you to develop an appreciation of different genres and explore the value of literature in the modern world.
You'll have the opportunity to study film and literature side by side, across a range of modules and delve into debates around issues of genre, gender, class, war, sustainability, imperialism, national identity and practice.
A vibrant city with a great literary and cinematic heritage, Edinburgh offers a wonderful learning environment and plenty of relevant cultural events, such as the Edinburgh International Film Festival and International Book Festival.
This is a full-time course studied over four years. You'll learn by a variety of teaching methods including lectures, seminars, workshops and independent study.
You'll also gain a strong foundation in a range of global cinemas and literatures, including the theoretical and historical debates that have helped to shape our understanding of literature and film across the world.
This course will develop your critical and theoretical skills, and help prepare you for a career in a number of areas of the cultural and creative industries. The course provides the opportunity to study at a partner university overseas, or take a work placement in industry.
The BA (Hons) in English and Film is not a practical film-making course. However, the University does offer plenty of other practical courses in this area, in both film and television. Visit our media study area for further details.
You'll explore genre, narrative, adaptation, film technology, documentary, experimental filmmaking and contemporary trends in film theory and criticism. You will study and analyse a range of diverse cinematic practices, as well as the social, political, cultural, historical and philosophical contexts within which films are produced.
English is studied from the Renaissance to the present day, providing a truly modern and interdisciplinary approach to literature. This will allow you to develop an appreciation of different genres and explore the value of literature in the modern world.
You'll have the opportunity to study film and literature side by side, across a range of modules and delve into debates around issues of genre, gender, class, war, sustainability, imperialism, national identity and practice.
A vibrant city with a great literary and cinematic heritage, Edinburgh offers a wonderful learning environment and plenty of relevant cultural events, such as the Edinburgh International Film Festival and International Book Festival.
This is a full-time course studied over four years. You'll learn by a variety of teaching methods including lectures, seminars, workshops and independent study.
Programme overview
Main Subject
English Language and Literature
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The BA (Hons) in English and Film degree will deepen your interest, understanding and knowledge of important texts, genres and concerns in literature from the Renaissance to the present, and film from the early twentieth-century to contemporary releases. You will study both literature and film across a wide and diverse area of cultural studies, including: popular culture, genre fiction and film, adaptation studies, TV studies, new media, creative writing, and socially-relevant modules examining cultural representations of crime, ecology, terrorism, global conflict and globalisation, imperialism, cultural hertiage and more. You'll study English from exciting interdisciplinary perspectives and benefit from your lecturers' and tutors' deep literary knowledge and expertise.
You'll also gain a strong foundation in a range of global cinemas and literatures, including the theoretical and historical debates that have helped to shape our understanding of literature and film across the world.
This course will develop your critical and theoretical skills, and help prepare you for a career in a number of areas of the cultural and creative industries. The course provides the opportunity to study at a partner university overseas, or take a work placement in industry.
The BA (Hons) in English and Film is not a practical film-making course. However, the University does offer plenty of other practical courses in this area, in both film and television. Visit our media study area for further details.
You'll explore genre, narrative, adaptation, film technology, documentary, experimental filmmaking and contemporary trends in film theory and criticism. You will study and analyse a range of diverse cinematic practices, as well as the social, political, cultural, historical and philosophical contexts within which films are produced.
English is studied from the Renaissance to the present day, providing a truly modern and interdisciplinary approach to literature. This will allow you to develop an appreciation of different genres and explore the value of literature in the modern world.
You'll have the opportunity to study film and literature side by side, across a range of modules and delve into debates around issues of genre, gender, class, war, sustainability, imperialism, national identity and practice.
A vibrant city with a great literary and cinematic heritage, Edinburgh offers a wonderful learning environment and plenty of relevant cultural events, such as the Edinburgh International Film Festival and International Book Festival.
This is a full-time course studied over four years. You'll learn by a variety of teaching methods including lectures, seminars, workshops and independent study.
You'll also gain a strong foundation in a range of global cinemas and literatures, including the theoretical and historical debates that have helped to shape our understanding of literature and film across the world.
This course will develop your critical and theoretical skills, and help prepare you for a career in a number of areas of the cultural and creative industries. The course provides the opportunity to study at a partner university overseas, or take a work placement in industry.
The BA (Hons) in English and Film is not a practical film-making course. However, the University does offer plenty of other practical courses in this area, in both film and television. Visit our media study area for further details.
You'll explore genre, narrative, adaptation, film technology, documentary, experimental filmmaking and contemporary trends in film theory and criticism. You will study and analyse a range of diverse cinematic practices, as well as the social, political, cultural, historical and philosophical contexts within which films are produced.
English is studied from the Renaissance to the present day, providing a truly modern and interdisciplinary approach to literature. This will allow you to develop an appreciation of different genres and explore the value of literature in the modern world.
You'll have the opportunity to study film and literature side by side, across a range of modules and delve into debates around issues of genre, gender, class, war, sustainability, imperialism, national identity and practice.
A vibrant city with a great literary and cinematic heritage, Edinburgh offers a wonderful learning environment and plenty of relevant cultural events, such as the Edinburgh International Film Festival and International Book Festival.
This is a full-time course studied over four years. You'll learn by a variety of teaching methods including lectures, seminars, workshops and independent study.
Admission Requirements
29+
104+
56+
6+
4+
169+
Minimum Year 1 Scottish Higher
Standard Entry Requirement: ABBB including English or literary subject. Minimum Offer Entry Requirement: BBBC including English or literary subject. You may be given an Offer of entry if you meet our specified minimum entry requirements within our widening participation criteria, and outlined in our Contextual Admissions Policy. For further information, see our entry requirements and admissions policies.
A Level
BBC including English or literary subject. Irish Leaving Certificate
H2, H2, H2, H3 at HL including English or literary subject. HNC
Pass HNC in Media and Communications, Creative Industries: Media and Communication, Practical Journalism or Creative Industries: Television with grade B in the graded unit. BTEC (QCF) Extended Diploma Level 3
Minimum grades DMM (Distinction, Merit, Merit) in a related subject, plus A Level English or literary subject at Grade C. BTEC (QCF) National Diploma Level 3
Minimum grades D*D* (Distinction*, Distinction*) in a related subject, plus A Level English or literary subject at Grade C. International Baccalaureate Diploma
Award of Diploma with 29 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6,5,5 including English or literary subject. T Level
Grade Merit T Level must be completed in a English/literary subject or A Level English/literary subject may be required. Please contact [email protected] to check if you meet the subject specific requirements. *Literary subjects: Modern Studies, History, Psychology, RMPS, Latin, Sociology, Theology, Media Studies, Politics, Classics, Philosophy, Geography, A Level Government and Politics, A Level Classical Civilisation, A Level Drama
Standard Entry Requirement: ABBB including English or literary subject. Minimum Offer Entry Requirement: BBBC including English or literary subject. You may be given an Offer of entry if you meet our specified minimum entry requirements within our widening participation criteria, and outlined in our Contextual Admissions Policy. For further information, see our entry requirements and admissions policies.
A Level
BBC including English or literary subject. Irish Leaving Certificate
H2, H2, H2, H3 at HL including English or literary subject. HNC
Pass HNC in Media and Communications, Creative Industries: Media and Communication, Practical Journalism or Creative Industries: Television with grade B in the graded unit. BTEC (QCF) Extended Diploma Level 3
Minimum grades DMM (Distinction, Merit, Merit) in a related subject, plus A Level English or literary subject at Grade C. BTEC (QCF) National Diploma Level 3
Minimum grades D*D* (Distinction*, Distinction*) in a related subject, plus A Level English or literary subject at Grade C. International Baccalaureate Diploma
Award of Diploma with 29 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6,5,5 including English or literary subject. T Level
Grade Merit T Level must be completed in a English/literary subject or A Level English/literary subject may be required. Please contact [email protected] to check if you meet the subject specific requirements. *Literary subjects: Modern Studies, History, Psychology, RMPS, Latin, Sociology, Theology, Media Studies, Politics, Classics, Philosophy, Geography, A Level Government and Politics, A Level Classical Civilisation, A Level Drama
30 Jun 2026
4 Years
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
1,820 GBP
International
9,535 GBP
Scholarships
Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.
To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:
How to get a full scholarship
Looking for a fully-funded scholarship to see you into university? Find out how to boost your chances of getting one.
By Sabrina Collier
Updated Aug 27, 2026
1.0M
2247
Scholarships to study abroad
Find scholarships to study abroad with our lists of international scholarships – categorized by country, by subject, and by type of student.
By Staff Writer
Updated Aug 21, 2024
507.6K
790
Scholarship Applications: Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to all your questions about scholarship applications, including tips on how to find scholarships and chances of success.
By Laura Tucker
Updated Aug 14, 2021
227.7K
336
More programmes from the university
Undergrad Programmes
14171
Get closer to your dream programme
Your consent preferences have been set.
Time to start exploring.
Your account has been removed.
You can still browse the site or sign up again once you have parental consent.
Get closer to your dream programme