University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
The BA English Language and Film degree provides a unique and comprehensive exploration of both the English language and the art of filmmaking, combining theoretical study with practical film skills. In your first year, you will delve into film criticism, genre, and style, gaining a foundational understanding of the cinematic arts. Simultaneously, you'll explore the diversity of the English language, including regional variants, pidgin and creole English, language and ethnicity, and slang and street English. The second year focuses on core modules in English grammar and the sounds of English, providing a scientific study of language. Additionally, you'll delve into forensic linguistics, examining real-life language-related issues such as plagiarism and crime investigation. This year also introduces film production knowledge, allowing you to understand the practical aspects of bringing stories to life on screen. You'll also explore European or US cinema, broadening your cinematic horizons. Between the second and final year, you have the option to embark on a study abroad program or pursue a work placement for up to a year, providing valuable experiences and enhancing your CV. In your final year, you can choose from various modules, including child language and communication, clinical linguistics, gender and language, and formulaic language, all informed by the research specialisms of the academics. The unique aspect of this program is the opportunity to create your own video essay as one of your film modules. This practical application allows you to express your understanding of film concepts through hands-on filmmaking. The BA English Language and Film degree offers a well-rounded and interdisciplinary approach, preparing you for a wide range of career paths in both language-related fields and the film industry.
| HSE/SSE:
60% English for HSE/SSE: 70% or IELTS: 6.0 |
The University of Hertfordshire, founded in 1952, is one of the top public institutions in the United Kingdom. The institution has 32,000 students studying for 550 degrees over two campuses. Over 11,500 foreign students from more than 140 countries study at the university's UK campus. The campuses of the University of Hertfordshire are among the 20 safest in England.
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