COURSE OVERVIEW
*Subject to revalidation
- Acquire the ability to analyse film, while mastering the key practical skills required to make your own films
- Enjoy the freedom to study your favourite genres and periods of cinema while discovering lots of new forms, faces and fields within film
- Watch a lot of terrific films – and discuss and debate them at lively, interactive seminars
- Take advantage of outstanding industry-standard facilities to learn practical film techniques and skills at our on-campus Multimedia Centre
It doesn’t matter whether you’re passionate about Hollywood blockbusters, or art-house Russian classics, our Film degree provides you with the intellectual rigour to analyse all types of film from a number of different perspectives. And you won’t just become an expert armchair critic – the course ensures you acquire the practical filmmaking skills required to thrive in this creative industry.
Our dynamic three-year programme engages with film criticism, cinema history, the production process and cultural issues surrounding film so students can develop wider perspectives on the use and function of film production.
American, European and global perspectives on film and film culture are examined, while investigating the subject of film historically, culturally and in terms of its industrial and institutional determination.
Alongside this knowledge of a wide range of theoretical concepts, students acquire skills in the aesthetic and technological processes of directing, producing, screenwriting, editing, cinematography and sound.
You are taught by a team of film specialists and industry professionals with different backgrounds, whose diverse research expertise is reflected in the breadth and scope of the curriculum.
In Years 1 and 2, you study core modules, which cover key production, research and analysis skills and techniques. There are also opportunities to follow up any special interests you may have. In Year 2, for example, optional modules may include British Cinema – Comedy, Realism and the Imaginary, Gangster and Crime Film and Contemporary European Cinema.
In Year 3, you undertake an Extended Independent Study, your own production project or a dissertation. Among many options, you may choose optional courses in Animation, African Cinema 1955-95, Advanced Cinematography, and Documentary and Non-Fiction Film.
Open 24 hours a day, our Multimedia Centre offers outstanding industry-standard facilities including two HD TV studios with green screens, a newsroom, a computerised radio studio, and facilities for multi-track audio recording. A wide range of equipment is available and the Centre is an Apple Certified Training Centre.
The Winchester course in Film is ideal for students wishing to work in the film industry where critical and practical understandings of film are vital. Graduates commonly find work in film and television-related industries, creative industries, advertising, media and teaching
Careers
Graduates work in film and television related industries, creative industries, advertising, media and teaching.
The University of Winchester ranks in the top 10 in the UK for graduates in employment or further study according to the Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021, HESA.
*Subject to revalidation
This course is subject to revalidation. 'Revalidation' is the process by which the University refreshes its existing provision. Revalidation assesses the quality and standards of the programme to ensure it continues to provide a distinct, high quality academic experience for students, enabling them to acquire the necessary academic knowledge, understanding, general and subject-specific skills required to pursue a graduate level career.
Pre-approved for a Masters
If you study a Bachelor Honours degrees with us, you will be pre-approved to start a Masters degree at Winchester. To be eligible, you will need to apply by the end of March in the final year of your degree and meet the entry requirements of your chosen Masters degree.
ABOUT THIS COURSE
Suitable for applicants from:
UK, EU, World
Work placements
You have the opportunity to undertake professional practice placements during the programme for three months, six months or one year. Three or six month placements can be taken as part of credit bearing modules, allowing you to undertake a work placement and still graduate within three years.
Learning and teaching
Our aim is to shape 'confident learners' by enabling you to develop the skills needed to excel in your studies here and as well as onto further studies or the employment market.
You are taught primarily through a combination of lectures and seminars, allowing opportunities to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller groups.
In addition to the formally scheduled contact time such as lectures and seminars etc.), you are encouraged to access academic support from staff within the course team, your personal tutor and the wide range of services available to you within the University.
Independent learning
Over the duration of your course, you will be expected to develop independent and critical learning, progressively building confidence and expertise through independent and collaborative research, problem-solving and analysis with the support of staff. You take responsibility for your own learning and are encouraged to make use of the wide range of available learning resources available.
Overall workload
Your overall workload consists of class contact hours, independent learning and assessment activity.
While your actual contact hours may depend on the optional modules you select, the following information gives an indication of how much time you will need to allocate to different activities at each level of the course.
Year 1 (Level 4): Timetabled teaching and learning activity*
- Teaching, learning and assessment: 276 hours
- Independent learning: 924 hours
Year 2 (Level 5): Timetabled teaching and learning activity*
- Teaching, learning and assessment: 276 hours
- Independent learning: 924 hours
Year 3 (Level 6): Timetabled teaching and learning activity*
- Teaching, learning and assessment: 204 hours
- Independent learning: 996 hours
*Please note these are indicative hours for the course.
Location
Taught elements of the course take place on campus in Winchester.
Teaching hours
All class based teaching takes places between 9am – 6pm, Monday to Friday during term time. Wednesday afternoons are kept free from timetabled teaching for personal study time and for sports clubs and societies to train, meet and play matches. There may be some occasional learning opportunities (for example, an evening guest lecturer or performance) that take places outside of these hours for which you will be given forewarning.
Assessment
Our validated courses may adopt a range of means of assessing your learning. An indicative, and not necessarily comprehensive, list of assessment types you might encounter includes essays, portfolios, supervised independent work, presentations, written exams, or practical performances.
We ensure all students have an equal opportunity to achieve module learning outcomes. As such, where appropriate and necessary, students with recognised disabilities may have alternative assignments set that continue to test how successfully they have met the module's learning outcomes. Further details on assessment types used on the course you are interested in can be found on the course page, by attending an Open Day or Open Evening, or contacting our teaching staff.
Percentage of the course assessed by coursework
The assessment balance between examination and coursework depends to some extent on the optional modules you choose. The approximate percentage of the course assessed by different assessment modes is as follows:
Year 1 (Level 4)*:
- 84% coursework
- 0% written exams
- 16% practical exams
Year 2 (Level 5)*:
- 100% coursework
- 0% written exams
- 0% practical exams
Year 3 (Level 6)*:
- 78% coursework
- 0% written exams
- 22% practical exams
*Please note these are indicative percentages and modes for the programme.
Feedback
We are committed to providing timely and appropriate feedback to you on your academic progress and achievement in order to enable you to reflect on your progress and plan your academic and skills development effectively. You are also encouraged to seek additional feedback from your course tutors.
Further information
For more information about our regulations for this course, please see our Academic Regulations, Policies and Procedures.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
2022 Entry: 96-112 UCAS tariff points
Our offers are typically made using UCAS tariff points to allow you to include a range of level 3 qualifications and as a guide, the requirements for this course are equivalent to:
- A-Levels: CCC-BBC from 3 A Levels or equivalent grade combinations (e.g. BBB is comparable to ABC in terms of tariff points)
- BTEC/CTEC: MMM-DMM from BTEC or Cambridge Technical (CTEC) qualifications
- International Baccalaureate: To include a minimum of 2 Higher Level certificates at grade H4
- T Level: Pass (C or above on the core) in a T Level
In addition to the above, we accept tariff points achieved for many other qualifications, such as the Access to Higher Education Diploma, Scottish Highers, UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma and WJEC Applied Certificate/Diploma, to name a few. We also accept tariff points from smaller level 3 qualifications, up to a maximum of 32, from qualifications like the Extended Project (EP/EPQ), music or dance qualifications. To find out more about UCAS tariff points, including what your qualifications are worth, please visit UCAS.
For 2022 entry, in addition to level 3 study, the following GCSE’s are required:
- English Language at grade 4 or C, or higher. Functional Skills at level 2 is accepted as an alternative, however Key Skills qualifications are not. If you hold another qualification, please get in touch and we will advise further.
From 2023 entry, in addition to level 3 study, the following GCSE’s are required:
- GCSEs in Mathematics and English Language at grade 4 or C, or higher. Functional Skills at level 2 is accepted as an alternative, however Key Skills qualifications are not. If you hold another qualification, please get in touch and we will advise further.
If English is not your first language, a formal English language test will most likely be required and you will need to achieve the following:
- IELTS Academic at 5.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in all four components (for year 1 entry)
- We also accept other English language qualifications, such as IELTS Indicator, Pearson PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and TOEFL iBT.
If you will be over the age of 21 years of age at the beginning of your undergraduate study, you will be considered as a mature student. This means our offer may be different and any work or life experiences you have will be considered together with any qualifications you hold. UCAS have further information about studying as a mature student on their website which may be of interest.
Course enquiries and applications
Telephone: +44 (0) 1962 827234
International students
If you are living outside of the UK or Europe, you can find out more about how to join this course by emailing our International Recruitment Team at International@winchester.ac.uk or calling +44 (0)1962 827023
Visit us
Explore our campus and find out more about studying at Winchester by coming to one of our Open Days.
Year 1 (Level 4)
Modules Credits
| Reading Film | 15 | |
| Film Criticism | 15 | |
| Camera and Lighting | 15 | |
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This module offers students the opportunity to gain core competencies in professional camera and lighting equipment operation for both drama and documentary production work. Undertaking intensive hands-on workshops, students’ skills and creativity are honed and tested thorough weekly formative exercises designed to foster knowledge and practical application across both drama and documentary disciplines. Student groups will pitch their script ideas in Week 5 for tutor progression feedback. |
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| Editing and Sound | 15 | |
| Film Form, History and Culture | 15 | |
| Understanding Horror Film | 15 | |
| The Director: Auteur Filmmaking | 15 | |
| Documentary Production | 15 | |
Year 2 (Level 5)
Modules Credits
| Approaches to Film | 15 | |
| Digital Distribution | 15 | |
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In this module students research and discover how current and emerging social media platforms can be utilised to enhance the promotion of a film project and of their personal craft skills. Students will be introduced to the shifting landscape of film distribution and its reach to a global audience. This option module works to develop personal ideas and online processes to construct a professional promotional online marketing campaign for a film project. A formative task in Week 5 affords tutor feedback on project progression. Students must study one of Digital Distribution or Production Practices. |
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| Producing Practices | 15 | |
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Students must study one of Digital Distribution or Production Practices. |
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| Researching Film Studies | 15 | |
| Optional modules | 15 | |
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Optional Credits
| Approaches to Film | 15 | |
| Digital Distribution | 15 | |
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In this module students research and discover how current and emerging social media platforms can be utilised to enhance the promotion of a film project and of their personal craft skills. Students will be introduced to the shifting landscape of film distribution and its reach to a global audience. This option module works to develop personal ideas and online processes to construct a professional promotional online marketing campaign for a film project. A formative task in Week 5 affords tutor feedback on project progression. Students must study one of Digital Distribution or Production Practices. |
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| Producing Practices | 15 | |
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Students must study one of Digital Distribution or Production Practices. |
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| Researching Film Studies | 15 | |
| Optional modules | 15 | |
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Year 3 (Level 6)
Modules Credits
| Extended Independent Study - Final Major Project - Film Production | 30 | |
| Extended Independent Study - Dissertation | 30 | |
| Optional modules | 15 | |
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Optional Credits
| Extended Independent Study - Final Major Project - Film Production | 30 | |
| Extended Independent Study - Dissertation | 30 | |
| Optional modules | 15 | |
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Please note the modules listed are correct at the time of publishing, for full-time students entering the programme in Year 1. Optional modules are listed where applicable. Please note the University cannot guarantee the availability of all modules listed and modules may be subject to change. For further information please refer to the terms and conditions at www.winchester.ac.uk/termsandconditions.
The University will notify applicants of any changes made to the core modules listed above.
Progression from one level of the programme to the next is subject to meeting the University’s academic regulations.
2022 Course Tuition Fees
| UK / Channel Islands / Isle of Man / Republic of Ireland |
International | |
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| Year 1 | £9,250 | £14,100 |
| Year 2 | £9,250 | £14,100 |
| Year 3 | £9,250 | £14,100 |
| Total | £27,750 | £42,300 |
| Optional Sandwich Year* | £1,385 | £1,385 |
| Total with Sandwich Year | £29,135 | £43,685 |
If you are a UK student starting your degree in September 2022, the first year will cost you £9,250**. Based on this fee level, the indicative fees for a three-year degree would be £27,750 for UK students.
Remember, you don't have to pay any of this upfront if you are able to get a tuition fee loan from the UK Government to cover the full cost of your fees each year. If finance is a worry for you, we are here to help. Take a look at the range of support we have on offer. This is a great investment you are making in your future, so make sure you know what is on offer to support you.
UK Part-Time fees are calculated on a pro rata basis of the full-time fee for a 120 credit course. The fee for a single credit is £77.08 and a 15 credit module is £1,156. Part-time students can take up to a maximum 90 credits per year, so the maximum fee in a given year will be the government permitted maximum fee of £6,935.
International part-time fees are calculated on a pro rata basis of the full-time fee for a 120 credit course. The fee for a single credit is £117.50 and a 15 credit module is £1,763.
* Please note that not all courses offer an optional sandwich year. To find out whether this course offers a sandwich year, please contact the programme leader for further information.
**The University of Winchester will charge the maximum approved tuition fee per year.
ADDITIONAL COSTS
As one of our students all of your teaching and assessments are included in your tuition fees, including, lectures/guest lectures and tutorials, seminars, laboratory sessions and specialist teaching facilities. You will also have access to a wide range of student support and IT services.
There might be additional costs you may encounter whilst studying. The following highlights the mandatory and optional costs for this course:
Optional
Overseas trip
Students will have the option to attend an overseas Film Festival in each year of study. Indicative cost: £375.
Disclosure and Barring Service
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance check may be required if you undertake a placement, volunteering, research or other course related activity where you will have contact with children or vulnerable adults. The requirement for a DBS check will be confirmed by staff as part of the process to approve your placement, research or other activity. The indicative cost is £40.
Mandatory
Core texts
John Hill & Pamela Church Gibson (eds) The Oxford Guide to Film Studies, OUP 1998 (Year 1). Indicative cost: £35.
David Bordwell & Kristin Thompson, Film Art: an Introduction, McGraw-Hill, 1993, 97, 2004, 06, 10, 12, 16 (Year 1). Indicative cost: £35.00 for 11th edition new, or less for earlier editions.
Printing and Binding
The University is pleased to offer our students a printing allowance of £5 each academic year. This will print around 125 A4 mono pages. If students wish to print more, printer credit can be topped up by the student. The University and Student Union are champions of sustainability and we ask all our students to consider the environmental impact before printing.
SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES AND AWARDS
We have a variety of scholarship and bursaries available to support you financially with the cost of your course. To see if you’re eligible, please see our Scholarships and Awards.
Key course details
- UCAS code
- PW36
- Duration
- 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time
- Typical offer
- 96-112 points
- Location
- On campus, Winchester
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