Film and Sociology, BA (Hons), with industry placement

Studying Film and Sociology at Lancaster University provides an opportunity to learn from experts at the Lancaster Institute for the Contemporary Arts and the Sociology Department. This combination explores cinema as a key cultural form that influences and reflects social values, while examining its aesthetic significance in a visual, media-driven society. Students will investigate links between film and other contemporary arts, select from diverse options to enhance core modules, and create digital films using advanced university facilities, with the programme focusing on academic rather than vocational aspects.The placement year, occurring between the second and final year, extends the degree to four years and offers practical experience in a paid, graduate-level role for nine to twelve months. This allows students to explore potential careers, build professional networks, and develop skills that enhance employability. The Careers and Placements Team provides support for securing placements, and students remain affiliated with the university. If a placement is not obtained, students can transition to the standard three-year programme.