University of Hertfordshire
University of Hertfordshire

BA (Hons) History with Film

University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Course Overview

Embark on an enriching academic journey with our distinguished History department, renowned for its cutting-edge historical research. Elevate your skills by joining a unique film course that seamlessly integrates the study of film as an art form with practical filmmaking expertise. Our diverse and inclusive History curriculum provides a deep understanding of various cultures and identities, with a central focus on people's history and everyday lives. The first-year program offers a captivating exploration of the making of the modern world, covering themes such as faith, magic, medicine, campaigns for freedom and equality, and a comprehensive analysis of Africa and America from Hamilton to Trump. In collaboration with our expert colleagues in Film, the program takes an international approach, offering insights into Hollywood, World Cinema, European Cinema, and the British film industry. This broad perspective equips students with insider knowledge, fostering an appreciation for diverse genres, contexts, cultures, and filmmaking techniques. Throughout the degree, analytical skills development forms a common thread between History and Film disciplines. History students master the analysis of historical documents and debates, while Film students develop the ability to analyze visual material, understand the craft of filmmaking, and gain fresh perspectives on the world. By studying with us, you will benefit not only from a top-tier History department but also from a comprehensive film education that combines theory and practice. This dual focus on historical and cinematic analysis prepares students to navigate the complexities of both disciplines, fostering a well-rounded skill set for future endeavors in academia, filmmaking, or related fields. Join us in this immersive experience at the forefront of historical and cinematic exploration.

Course Type
UG
Course Nature
Full Time
Course Duration
3 Years
Total Fee
£46500
Intake
September 2024
Language Proficiency

HSE/SSE: 60%
English for HSE/SSE: 70% or IELTS: 6.0

Documents Required
  • 10TH
  • 12TH
  • PASSPORT
  • LOR 1
  • LOR 2
  • MOI
  • CV
  • SOP
University
University of Hertfordshire
University Details

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.

Syllabus

Level 4:

  1. Introduction to Film Criticism (Compulsory - 15 Credits)
  2. Historians' Toolkit (Compulsory - 15 Credits)
  3. Genre, Style and Stars (Compulsory - 15 Credits)

Level 5:

  1. Graduate Skills (Compulsory - 0 Credits)
  2. USA 1861 to 1969: From Civil War to Civil Rights A (Optional - 15 Credits)
  3. Hearth & Heart: Family Life in the Long Eighteenth-Century (Optional - 15 Credits)
  4. Propaganda in Twentieth-Century War and Politics (Optional - 15 Credits)
  5. Nation & Identity: Newly Independent States in Interwar Europe, 1918-1939 (Optional - 15 Credits)
  6. Making a Historical Documentary (Optional - 15 Credits)
  7. Making Histories: Public History Work Experience (Optional - 15 Credits)
  8. Postcards from the Empire: Experiences of British Imperialism (Optional - 15 Credits)
  9. Maladies and Medicine in Early Modern Europe (Optional - 15 Credits)
  10. Crime and Society in England, 1550-1750 (Optional - 15 Credits)
  11. The Age of the Cold War, 1945-1991 (Optional - 15 Credits)

Level 6:

  1. The Humanities Placement Year (Compulsory - 0 Credits)
  2. Television Drama (Compulsory - 15 Credits)
  3. Bodies and Sexuality in the Early Modern Period A (Optional - 15 Credits)
  4. Euro-Crime on Page and Screen (Optional - 15 Credits)
  5. Italy and Fascism (Optional - 15 Credits)
  6. Popular Protest, Riot and Reform in Britain, 1760-1848 B (Optional - 15 Credits)
  7. Everyday Lives: An Intimate History of Twentieth Century Women (Optional - 15 Credits)
  8. Final Year History Dissertation (Optional - 30 Credits)
  9. Witch-Bottles to Wishing-Wells: The Material Culture of Everyday Ritual (Optional - 15 Credits)
  10. Sinners, Scoundrels & Deviants: Non-Conformity in the Atlantic World A (Optional - 15 Credits)
  11. Gender, Sexuality and Diversity in American Film (Optional - 15 Credits)
  12. The Middle East in turmoil: The Arab-Israeli conflict since 1948 (Optional - 15 Credits)
  13. Delivering British Justice? Law in the British Empire, 1760-1965 (Optional - 15 Credits)

Study Abroad:

  • Opportunity for international experience.
  • Sandwich year abroad with no tuition fees at partner universities.
  • Partnerships with 150+ universities globally.

Work Placement:

  • Gain work experience alongside the degree.
  • Explore career possibilities and build professional skills.
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