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

English and Film Studies

University of Leeds

(4.2)
146 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the English and Film Studies course at University of Leeds.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

A,A,B

including A in English

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: 6T3X

Here's what University of Leeds says about its English and Film Studies course.

This joint honours degree gives you a unique insight into global film and literary culture. You’ll have the chance to explore the richness of English language and literature alongside cinemas from around the world, gaining the critical skills and cultural awareness valued by employers.

Compulsory modules introduce the principles of film studies and different elements of poetry, drama and prose. An impressive variety of optional modules will allow you to pursue your interests, from medieval literature to creative writing, global film genre to gender and sexuality in cinema.

Offered by the School of English with the?Centre for World Cinemas and Digital Cultures, this degree allows you to study two different yet related disciplines in an exciting cultural hub.

Leeds is home to the Leeds International Film Festival and great independent cinemas including the famous Hyde Park Picture House. We’re also close to Bradford – home of the National Science and Media Museum and a variety of film festivals. It’s the perfect part of the world in which to explore these exciting subjects.

This degree offers you teaching of the highest standard, in a research-intensive environment where enthusiastic experts and students come together to explore film and literary culture. You’ll be encouraged to get involved in a range of activities and can also choose to take a work placement year or a study abroad year.

Additional highlights Areas of staff expertise include: emerging cinemas from South Asia and the Middle East, decolonisation, LGBTQ cinema and issues, film theory, exhibition and curation, migration, African American literature, refugee literature and film, Shakespeare, Victorian literature, Hollywood, and European Cinema.

Course details

There are a few options in how you might study English and Film Studies at University of Leeds.

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3 course options available.

Qualification

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

Department

School of Languages, Cultures and Societies

Location

Main Site | Leeds

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time with year in industry

Subjects

• Film studies

• English literature

• Cinematics

Start date

September 24, 2025

Application deadline

January 29, 2025

University of Leeds reviews

(4.2)
Based on 146 reviews from University of Leeds's students and alumni
5 star
41%
4 star
42%
3 star
14%
2 star
2%
1 star
1%
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3rd year student

The Student Union at the University of Leeds is exceptional. It offers robust support, diverse activities, and represents student interests effectively. From welfare services to inclusive events, the union enhances student life and fosters a sense of community on campus. It's truly a vital resource ...

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3rd year student

University life at the University of Leeds is vibrant and diverse, offering state-of-the-art facilities, a rich community, and numerous opportunities for academic and personal growth. With a wide range of clubs, societies, and events, students can engage in various activities and build lifelong conn...

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3rd year student

the university offers various support services, including financial aid advice and budgeting assistance, to help students manage their expenses effectively.

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3rd year student

From counseling and mental health resources to career guidance and academic assistance, students have access to comprehensive support throughout their university journey. The university also provides various student-led initiatives and programs aimed at fostering inclusivity and community engagement...

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3rd year student

The faculty at the University of Leeds, especially within the International Relations department, is exceptionally knowledgeable and supportive. They are passionate about teaching and go the extra mile to ensure students understand complex concepts. Approachable and dedicated, they inspire students ...

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3rd year student

The diverse academic programs in international relations have provided me with valuable insights into global affairs and diplomatic relations. The faculty members, with their expertise and guidance, have been instrumental in shaping my understanding of complex geopolitical issues.

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

The English and Film Studies course at University of Leeds features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni

Literature in English
Media studies
Cinematics and photography

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

83%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

96%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

92%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

93%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

80%

low

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

82%

low

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

73%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

81%

low

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

53%

low

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

83%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

68%

low

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

71%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

77%

low

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

69%

low

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

88%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

87%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

80%

med

How well organised is your course?

78%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

82%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

94%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

91%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

50%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

88%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

81%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

81%

high

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

93%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

77%

med

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

74%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

91%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

72%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

76%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

85%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

80%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

65%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

82%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

65%

low

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

79%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

75%

low

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

60%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

50%

low

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

65%

low

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

87%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

81%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

78%

med

How well organised is your course?

73%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

85%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

93%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

84%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

41%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

78%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

63%

low

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

78%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

90%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

75%

med

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

71%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

90%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

77%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

77%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

79%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

81%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

58%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

79%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

54%

low

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

74%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

71%

low

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

65%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

54%

low

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

79%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

88%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

81%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

75%

med

How well organised is your course?

61%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

80%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

94%

high

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

86%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

32%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

92%

high

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

66%

low

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

79%

high

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

92%

high

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

72%

med

Student information

The English and Film Studies course at University of Leeds features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.

Literature in English
Media studies
Cinematics and photography
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female85%Male14%Other1%
Where students come from
International5%UK95%
Student performance
2:1 or above88%
First year dropout rate8%
Number of students615
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
English LiteratureA
HistoryA
PsychologyA
English LanguageA
Drama and Theatre StudiesA
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female74%Male26%Other1%
Where students come from
International29%UK71%
Student performance
2:1 or above88%
First year dropout rate7%
Number of students915
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
Media StudiesA
English LiteratureA
HistoryA
SociologyA
PsychologyA
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female74%Male26%
Where students come from
International15%UK85%
Student performance
2:1 or above91%
First year dropout rate12%
Number of students265
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
English LiteratureB
Media StudiesA
HistoryA
PhotographyA*
Film StudiesA
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

The English and Film Studies course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of Leeds graduates across each of those subject areas.

Literature in English
Media studies
Cinematics and photography

Graduate statistics

70%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

85%

In work, study or other activity

69%

Say it fits with future plans

52%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

21%

Business and public service associate professionals

12%

Media Professionals

10%

Teaching Professionals

8%

Artistic, literary and media occupations

Graduate statistics

77%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

91%

In work, study or other activity

73%

Say it fits with future plans

51%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

19%

Business and public service associate professionals

19%

Media Professionals

15%

Artistic, literary and media occupations

7%

Business, Research and Administrative Professionals

Graduate statistics

65%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

85%

In work, study or other activity

60%

Say it fits with future plans

35%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

30%

Artistic, literary and media occupations

15%

Business and public service associate professionals

10%

Administrative occupations

10%

Elementary occupations

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

The English and Film Studies course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for University of Leeds graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.

Media, journalism and communications
English studies
Creative arts and design

Earnings

£20.8k

First year after graduation

£25.9k

Third year after graduation

£29.9k

Fifth year after graduation

Earnings

£19k

First year after graduation

£25.9k

Third year after graduation

£31.4k

Fifth year after graduation

Earnings

£21.2k

First year after graduation

£25.6k

Third year after graduation

£29.6k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to English and Film Studies.

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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