Film and French (4 years) BA (Hons)

About this course

Study the history, influence and the many genres of film, from Hollywood to Europe, and world cinema with our Film and French degree. You'll look at the cultural context of the various styles and movements, and the work of key filmmakers. You'll explore the language, culture and politics of France and can study French films across all genres.

On this joint course at Southampton, you'll study Film from a variety of perspectives: as popular art, big business and as a cultural record. You'll look at familiar classics alongside modern cinema, and genres including:

• film noir

• horror

• science fiction

• documentary

• animation

You'll take French language modules based on your ability, and will spend your third year in a French-speaking country. Your year abroad will improve your language and linguistic skills.

Learning and assessment

The learning activities for this course include the following:

• lectures
• classes and tutorials
• coursework
• individual and group projects
• independent learning (studying on your own)

Careers

Film and Modern Languages at Southampton will give you a strong foundation in skills that are attractive to all graduate employers:

• written and verbal communication

• understanding and adapting to different cultures

• analytical and critical thinking

• research

• organisation

• project management

The year spent abroad will show employers that you're independent, curious and resourceful.