Film and Drama
Bangor University
UCAS Code: P43W | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Bangor University
UCAS Code: P43W | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Entry requirements
General Studies and Key Skills not accepted.
Pass required.
Points can include a relevant Extended Project (EPQ) but must include a minimum 2 full A-levels, or equivalent. Please contact us for more information.
accepted
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
We will also consider other BTEC qualifications in conjunction with other level 3 qualifications.
Minimum of 5 Scottish Highers - some subject specific grades/Advanced Highers may be required.
T Level qualifications are accepted on a case by case basis.
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We will accept this qualification in conjunction with other level 3 qualifications.
About this course
The course blends film and drama and places a strong emphasis on practice. You will study film production, history, language and theory, and will develop key skills and techniques for the production and critique of audio-visual material. Studying Drama will include playwriting, acting, production making, directing, devising and studying the business of the arts. This course will equip you with a solid grounding in the theoretical, technical and practical skills making you a sought-after professional.
Studying Film and Drama at Bangor University will offer you the opportunity to combine different theoretical aspects of the discipline with the chance to create original productions and performance pieces both as an individual and as a member of a group or ensemble. Our seasoned professionals will encourage you to express yourself to the full as well as giving you a solid grounding in the practical and theoretical aspects of the discipline.
Lecturers who teach on our film and drama degree have a range of interests including contemporary theatre practice, directing, acting and performing, live production development, arts in health and wellbeing, playwriting, American Cinema, British and European film, gender, the body and film, film and history, digital technology and film, screenwriting, film-making, media and film in Wales, language and film, blogging and podcasting, computer games and film, film stars and film on television. Many members of staff in the School are practicing professionals and consultants.
‘Placement Year’ and 'International Experience Year’ options are available for this course. You will have the opportunity to fully consider these options when you have started your course at Bangor and can make an application for a transfer onto such a pathway at the appropriate time. You can find more information about these options on our website and if you have any questions, please get in touch.
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