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BA English Literature and Film

University of Birmingham

Institution
University of Birmingham
Level
undergraduate
Subject
English Literature and Film BA
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
QW36
Typical offer
A-level AAB, IB 32

Entry requirements

A Level: AAB - see below for full requirements.. IB: 6,6,5 - 32 points overall.. BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma - DDM.

About this course

Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Film BA, an English and Film Studies degree centred on the critical analysis of written texts and screen media. Core topics include Research Methods and Design & Creative Practice. The curriculum culminates in independent work through a dissertation and a production project. The first year covers foundational ideas through modules such as Discovering Creative Practice A, Introduction to Film and Television Studies A, Literary Worlds: From Revolution to Postmodernity, and Approaches to Critical Reading. Students examine diverse historical periods, genres, and theoretical approaches across both disciplines. The final year allows students to pursue focused independent research and practical work through modules including Dissertation in English Literature, Film Production Project, and Film Studies Dissertation.

Modules

  • Discovering Creative Practice A
  • Discovering Creative Practice B
  • Introduction to Film and Television Studies A
  • Introduction to Film and Television Studies B
  • Literary Worlds: From Revolution to Postmodernity
  • Literary Worlds: From Riddles to Novels
  • Approaches to Children's Literature A
  • Approaches to Children's Literature B
  • Approaches to Fantasy, Sci Fi and Dystopia A
  • Approaches to Fantasy, Sci Fi and Dystopia B
  • Approaches to Medieval Literature A
  • Approaches to Medieval Literature B
  • Approaches to North American Literature A
  • Approaches to North American Literature B
  • Approaches to Plays and Performance: Shakespeare and Beyond A
  • Approaches to Plays and Performance: Shakespeare and Beyond B
  • Approaches to Critical Reading
  • Approaches to Literary Cultures
  • Dissertation in English Literature
  • Film Production Project
  • Film Studies Dissertation