Film and Creative Writing (Placement Year) BA Hons 48 months Undergraduate Program By Lancaster University |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 101-150QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Main Subject Area

Communication and Media StudiesMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Unlock the art of storytelling by combining film studies with the craft of writing. From early cinema innovations and global film movements to novels and theatre, you’ll engage with a broad spectrum of cinematic and literary topics. At the same time, you’ll hone your writing and film-making skills across different genres. The combination of skills, knowledge and experience that you gain on this degree will enable you to stand out from other graduates and claim a fascinating and rewarding career.
Why Lancaster?
  • Deepen your knowledge of global film history and creative writing techniques, while also developing hands-on film-making skills
  • Access professional production facilities, including cinema-ready cameras, sound-proofed editing suites, and rehearsal spaces
  • Learn from distinguished academics, professional filmmakers, screenwriters, and published authors with both industry insights and creative expertise
  • Discover Lancaster’s inspiring surroundings—from historic city to rural charm, coastal landscapes to the nearby Lake District, it’s a landscape that has inspired generations of writers and film-makers
  • Prepare for a career in the creative industries with a portfolio showcasing your storytelling voice across both page and screen
Putting theory and concepts into practice Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of storytelling. Combine an in-depth understanding of the theory behind both writing and film with hands-on experience as a writer and film-maker. This course is designed to help you master the skills needed to craft a story and bring it to life on page or film.
We provide a collaborative, dynamic environment. Through small group writing workshops, you will have the opportunity to develop your stories, poetry, or scripts, with feedback from experienced writers. From pre- to post-production, you’ll gain familiarity with industry-standard film equipment and software and develop your understanding of cinematic techniques.

Program overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Unlock the art of storytelling by combining film studies with the craft of writing. From early cinema innovations and global film movements to novels and theatre, you’ll engage with a broad spectrum of cinematic and literary topics. At the same time, you’ll hone your writing and film-making skills across different genres. The combination of skills, knowledge and experience that you gain on this degree will enable you to stand out from other graduates and claim a fascinating and rewarding career.
Why Lancaster?
  • Deepen your knowledge of global film history and creative writing techniques, while also developing hands-on film-making skills
  • Access professional production facilities, including cinema-ready cameras, sound-proofed editing suites, and rehearsal spaces
  • Learn from distinguished academics, professional filmmakers, screenwriters, and published authors with both industry insights and creative expertise
  • Discover Lancaster’s inspiring surroundings—from historic city to rural charm, coastal landscapes to the nearby Lake District, it’s a landscape that has inspired generations of writers and film-makers
  • Prepare for a career in the creative industries with a portfolio showcasing your storytelling voice across both page and screen
Putting theory and concepts into practice Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of storytelling. Combine an in-depth understanding of the theory behind both writing and film with hands-on experience as a writer and film-maker. This course is designed to help you master the skills needed to craft a story and bring it to life on page or film.
We provide a collaborative, dynamic environment. Through small group writing workshops, you will have the opportunity to develop your stories, poetry, or scripts, with feedback from experienced writers. From pre- to post-production, you’ll gain familiarity with industry-standard film equipment and software and develop your understanding of cinematic techniques.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
32+

4 Years
Sep

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