Course summary

Film and Media Discover the meaning of film and the message of media, on our joint honours course where the dynamic worlds of film and media meet. By studying film and media, you'll learn how these communicative forms influence us, how they can enrich our lives and how you - through creative practice and engagement with the industry - can shape them. At the heart of our course, you'll find experienced practitioners and researchers who actively contribute to contemporary debates, appearing on national news and television. Their engagement ensures that you remain connected to the rapidly evolving industry landscape. Our wide range of modules hones your practical skills while fostering critical analysis, preparing you for a career in this ever-expanding industry. This programme is also available with a year in industry or a year abroad. You'll gain valuable experience and explore new cultures, demonstrating to employers that you are able to communicate, adapt and succeed in new and professional environments. Your future As a Film and Media student at Kent, you'll benefit from creating in advanced learning environments and industry standard facilities. You'll join a dynamic and supportive arts community, where you work alongside your peers, academics and industry professionals. Everyone you meet from the day you join the course becomes part of your extended network. As a Film and Media graduate, you’ll have worked on live projects and shoots and had the opportunity to go on internships and placements, giving you the experience to realise your ambitions. You'll also have studied the theory and ethiccs of film and media, so when you bring your innovative ideas to workplaces, they're underpinned not just by your creativity but also by wider considerations. The creative, communication and critical thinking skills you develop at Kent prepare you for a role in the industry specifically, with opportunities to jump into creative projects you want to make a difference in. But, we also ensure your skills are adaptable. Your deeper understanding of communication, meaning and messaging are skills that can set you up for an exciting career in any field. This means that you are free to explore your passions and further your ambitions, from education to business, charity to government; you'll have the talent and insight to build the career that you want. Location Our city, your time. It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere. We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!