Film and History, BA (Hons)

Film and history are intrinsically connected, tracing back to the origins of cinema. This dynamic degree caters to enthusiasts of film and history, offering an in-depth exploration of film history from multiple angles: as a form of popular art, a major industry, and a cultural archive. Students will examine classic and modern films across genres such as film noir, horror, science fiction, documentary, and animation. The Framing the Past module delves into cinema's historical ties, covering films on ancient civilisations like Greece, Rome, and Egypt, as well as more recent topics like heritage films on the British Empire and the Titanic. Advanced digital humanities facilities, including virtual reality and 3D technology, enhance research and study.The programme features a range of modules that cover core aspects of film and history, allowing students to customise their studies with options like Introduction to Film: Style and Analysis, Animation: Technology and Culture, European Cinema, Film Noir in 1940s Hollywood, and Global Cinemas. Learning occurs through lectures, tutorials, coursework, and independent projects, with assessments including essays, presentations, and dissertations. Personal academic tutors provide ongoing support and feedback to foster improvement.

You will study a variety of topics that cover the fundamental aspects of Film and History, and you will have the opportunity to tailor your course to your interests by choosing some of your modules. Some of the modules you may study include Introduction to Film 1: Style and Analysis; Animation: Technology, Culture and Industry; Introduction to Film II: European Cinema; Film Noir: Exile Filmmakers and 1940s Hollywood; Global Cinemas For further module information visit https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/film-history-degree-ba#modules