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Film Studies with a Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities Foundation Year - BA (Hons)

University of Leicester

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Social sciences, arts and humanities are subjects that seek to understand how people think, live, interact and shape the world around them. Our Integrated Foundation Year gives you the chance to explore these issues through short, engaging modules taught by experienced academics who are passionate about their subjects. You’ll be introduced to topics in History, Law, English, Criminology, Archaeology and Ancient History, Sociology, Media and Communication, Film Studies, Journalism, Modern Languages, and Politics and International Relations. These taster-style modules are designed to give you a sense of what studying social sciences, arts and humanities is really like, and help you to discover which subjects inspire you most.Throughout the course, there’s a strong focus on developing essential academic skills like critical thinking, writing and research, all of which will support your success at university and beyond. You’ll receive regular feedback, work closely with your tutors, and have a personal tutor to guide you throughout the year.But it's not just about academic preparation you’ll also be gaining the key skills that are valued by employers, including communication, adaptability, organisation, teamwork and leadership. If you successfully complete the Foundation Year (by achieving at least 40% in each of the four core modules), you can progress onto one of the full undergraduate degrees available in these schools and departments:Archaeology and Ancient HistoryCriminologyEnglishFilm StudiesHistoryJournalismLawMedia and CommunicationModern LanguagesPolitics and International RelationsSociologyNB. For our Law degree (or any joint degree that includes Law), you will need to achieve at least 50% on the ‘SHAPE Your Future 2’ and ‘Historical, Political and Legal Studies’ modules plus at least 40% on the other two modules. The Foundation Year takes place on the University of Leicester campus, so you’ll be fully part of university life from the beginning. You’ll join our student community, have access to all our facilities and support services, live in student accommodation if you choose, and take part in everything from academic societies to social clubs. If you’re keen to explore everything that the University and a foundation in social sciences, arts and humanities can offer, build your confidence, and prepare for university study, this course offers the perfect first step.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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University information

University of Leicester

University of Leicester

University of Leicester

  • University League Table

    33rd

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, University Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 7RH, United Kingdom

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With over 100 years of excellence, the University of Leicester is globally respected for world-leading research and inspiring teaching.
Leicester’s central UK location offers easy access to major cities, with London just one hour away by train.
Leicester is a vibrant, welcoming city with students from 150+ countries, celebrating diversity across cultures and faiths.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Sociology

    24th out of 101

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    131 62%

    31st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    65.0 65%

    30th

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.08 77%

    51st

    29

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