Explore the history and culture of film and the practical side of filmmaking on this hands-on course.
Gain in-depth theoretical knowledge studying under experts. Develop your technical skills in cutting-edge facilities. And build the critical and personal skills you need to succeed in the creative industries and beyond.
You’ll benefit from our strong relationships with industry too, with awesome placement opportunities and extra-curricular activities that can help your CV stand out from the crowd.
7th in the UK
for Learning Resources
National Student Survey (NSS) 2025, HEIs only
10th in the UK
for Teaching Quality
The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2026
Cutting-edge
filming and editing suite
Get ahead
with our industry links
Screen Yorkshire
Connected Campus partnership
About this course
Gain the creative skills, technical expertise and industry insight to become a work-ready professional. A blend of hands-on skill and thought-provoking theory, this course prepares you for a broad range of careers.
You’ll get a deep understanding of cinema's history and culture. Explore films from across history, continents and genres. Be taught by experts in horror, TV drama, British and Hollywood cinema. And hone your filmmaking skills in our cutting-edge facilities like our on-campus filming and editing suite.
Our links to regional film and media organisations like Screen Yorkshire’s Connected Campus and the Northern Media Mentors give you invaluable work experience opportunities to help break into this competitive industry. These links also give you access to bootcamps, masterclasses and visiting guest speakers to further prepare you for a career in the film and TV industry.
As our region grows in popularity and significance as a film location, so do opportunities to get real-world experience in the industry. Our students have gained experience on several film and TV productions including The Crown, David Copperfield, and Enola Holmes 2.
Get ahead by going behind the scenes
Foundation year
A foundation year at the University of Hull gives you a solid grounding of knowledge and boosts your academic skills, so you can progress on to your chosen programme with confidence.
The foundation course you enrol on may not be an exact match to your chosen degree, but don’t worry. Our foundation courses combine content from multiple related courses in the same subject area, giving you more flexibility and choice about the degree path you take.
For example, if you apply for a Music Foundation Year, you’ll join our Media Foundation course. So, if you decide to switch - say, from Music to Graphic Design - you can do so without restarting your foundation year.
Module options
Each year, you’ll study modules worth a certain number of credits, and you need 120 credits per year. Most modules are 20 credits – so you’ll study six modules each year. Some longer modules, such as a dissertation, are worth more. In these cases, you’ll study fewer modules - but the number of credits will always add up to 120. Some modules are compulsory, some are optional, so you can build a course that’s right for you.
No filters selected
Preparing for Learning in Higher Education
This module is designed to give you the best possible start to your university studies, making sure you have all the essential skills you need to succeed. Through lectures and workshops we will teach you how to write in an academic style, how to find quality sources, and how to reference work, culminating in writing up a mini-research project.
core
20 credits
Introduction to Study in the Humanities
This module equips you with a suite of analytical and theoretical tools to support you as you progress along your academic journey. You'll develop an interdisciplinary understanding of approaches to study in the humanities by working with a variety of resources, including novels, films and aspects of the visual arts.
core
20 credits
Research in the Humanities, Social Sciences and Education
This module will equip you with the necessary skills to conduct and analyse research in a specific interest, supported by academics within your subject. You'll navigate through the research process, from identifying an area of interest to presenting findings to your peers.
core
20 credits
Group Challenge (Humanities)
Formulate and execute a group led enquiry into texts, cultural artefacts, film, music or dance. You'll explore their topics in groups at supervised workshops and develop questions on the cultural object relates to the living world of human experience, as well as developing your own methods to answer these questions.
compulsory
20 credits
Foundation in Data Analysis
Develop a strong foundation in data collection and analysis. This module will introduce you to qualitative and quantitative data and how to analyse it; the collection of primary and secondary data; the production of high-quality graphics; and report writing.
compulsory
20 credits
Academic Writing Skills
Developing confidence in expression, oral as well as written, is a key feature of this module, which aims to familiarise you with university submission and assessment procedures. This is a clear building block towards your degree programme and places you at a distinct advantage when you move into the following year.
compulsory
20 credits
Screen Storytelling
Learn how structure and style shape film narrative through classroom- and studio-based learning.
compulsory
20 credits
Entertainment Empires
What has made entertainment one of the most powerful and influential businesses across the world?
The entertainment industry continues to shape the way we think, create and express ourselves. From all the corners of the globe, entertainment has an impact on our lives and has become a highly profitable national and transnational economy.
You’ll explore entertainment, its creative growth and power. As well as how it has become, and continues to be, one of the most influential industries in the world.
compulsory
20 credits
Introduction to Filmmaking
On this hands-on module, we'll introduce you to our extensive technical resources. But more importantly, we'll teach you how to choose the right tool for each job. How to coordinate action and understanding among your whole crew, so you can succeed in the most fundamental filmmaking task: solving creative problems.
You’ll develop your creative practice skills and learn the fundamentals of practical filmmaking. Whether you’re making film or professional online content, understanding established filmmaking techniques and practice are essential for success. We’ll guide you through a range of film production techniques, processes and methods.
So, by the end, you’ll be well prepared to tackle the rest of your degree. But more than that, you’ll have the skills to take your first steps toward becoming an industrial and recognised film professional.
compulsory
20 credits
Want to be a filmmaker? This is where you start.
Featured module- compulsory
- 20 credits
On this hands-on module, we'll introduce you to our extensive technical resources. But more importantly, we'll teach you how to choose the right tool for each job. How to coordinate action and understanding among your whole crew, so you can succeed in the most fundamental filmmaking task: solving creative problems.
You’ll develop your creative practice skills and learn the fundamentals of practical filmmaking. Whether you’re making film or professional online content, understanding established filmmaking techniques and practice are essential for success. We’ll guide you through a range of film production techniques, processes and methods.
So, by the end, you’ll be well prepared to tackle the rest of your degree. But more than that, you’ll have the skills to take your first steps toward becoming an industrial and recognised film professional.
Our facilities
Watchlist
Degrees that live up to life
Course montage
1 min
BA Film Studies overview
Course overview
3 mins
Your course in their words
Student Story
1 min
Life on campus
University life
2 mins
Film and Media Facilities
Course Highlight
2 mins
Featured academics
You’ll be taught by enthusiastic, expert staff who are as passionate about their field as they are knowledgeable. With expertise and professional experience spanning a wide range of genres, they bring diverse perspectives and a deep love for their subjects into every class, ensuring an engaging and well-rounded learning experience.
Dr James Zborowski
Senior Lecturer
James teaches and researches in the areas of film, TV, media and cultural studies. Through teaching close analysis of film style, he supports students to become better critics, and to think like filmmakers.
Dr Laura Mayne
Lecturer
A film historian who specialises in post-war British cinema, Laura is a published author. She co-wrote Transformation and Tradition in Sixties British Cinema, a reassessment of the nature and significance of British cinema and the film industry.
Entry Requirements
What do I need?
When it comes to applying to university, you'll need a certain number of UCAS points. Different qualifications and grades are worth a different amount of points. For this course, you'll need 72 UCAS points.
For applicants with qualifications in subjects other than those key to the degree, we will usually require a minimum of 72 points from A levels, BTEC, or other equivalent qualifications.
We consider experience and qualifications from the UK and worldwide which may not exactly match the combinations above.
But it's not just about the grades - we'll look at your whole application. We want to know what makes you tick, and about your previous experience, so make sure that you complete your personal statement.
Have questions? Our admissions team will be happy to help.
Typical offer
72 UCAS points
A levels
DDD
BTEC
MPP
Fees & Funding
How much is it?
Tuition fees for 2027 entry have not been confirmed. Please use 2026-27 information as a guide.
For UK students, our standard course fee is £9,790 per year. Keep in mind that some courses are longer - for example, spending your third year abroad will make your degree four years in total.
If you choose to study a foundation year as part of your course, the fee is £9,790.
How do I pay for it?
You can take out a tuition fee loan to cover the full cost of your course. Once you’ve successfully applied for this, you don’t need to do anything else – the money is sent straight to us.
You can also take out a maintenance loan of up to £10,544 a year to cover your living costs, depending on your household income.
Remember, you won’t start paying your loans back until you’ve left university and earn more than £25,000 per year.
See our full fees and funding information for more details and to find out what support we can offer.
Foundation Year Fee
£9,790
Standard Tuition Fee
£9,790 / year
The amount you pay may increase each year, in line with inflation - but capped to the Retail Price Index.
Future prospects
You’ll develop a broad range of professional skills that will enable you to go on to careers in a variety of fields including the creative industries.
Our graduates have on to careers in TV and film production, publishing, costume design, crew and events management, charity and marketing.
Become part of the next generation of futuremakers
Like what you've seen? Then it's time to apply.
The standard way is to apply through UCAS. This will give you the chance to showcase your skills qualities and passion for the subject, as well as providing us with your academic qualifications.
Not ready to apply yet?
Visit our next Open Day, and see all that the University of Hull has to offer. Talk to our lecturers about your subject, find out what university is really like from our current students, and take a tour of our beautiful campus and amazing facilities.
You may also be interested in...
BA (Hons) Creative Writing and Film Studies
Undergraduate
Develop your skills in writing and experimenting in different genres. You'll also look at film as art, history, culture, entertainment and commerce.
WW86
BA (Hons) Media Production
Undergraduate
Gain the creative skills, technical expertise and industry insight that will help you become a work-ready professional.
W374
BA (Hons) Media and Communication
Undergraduate
Master creative production skills and critically explore the economic, cultural and historical relationship between media and society.
P306
BA (Hons) Creative Writing and English
Undergraduate
Develop your confidence in writing by moving from building core skills to self-directed longer pieces of writing, while experimenting in different genres.
WQ83
BA (Hons) Games Design and Creative Writing
Undergraduate
Create better games by combining technological, design and storytelling skills on this Games Design and Creative Writing degree at the University of Hull
W295
BA (Hons) English Literature
Undergraduate
Study BA English Literature at the University of Hull, and get 24/7 access to the Brynmor Jones Library in the country's "most poetic city". Apply now.
Q305
All modules presented on this course page are subject to availability and this list may change at any time.