18Jan
UndergraduateUniversity of Hull has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Set the narrative on your creative career, turning your passion for writing and film into in-demand skills for the modern job market. You’ll experiment with all genres – from Sci-Fi to fairytale – across a range of forms such as scriptwriting, non-fiction, short stories, the novel and poetry. Our experts are fans, too. They’ll take you through film and television as art, history, culture, entertainment and commerce. But you won’t just learn in the classroom. You’ll get the chance to boost your CV through our links with Screen Yorkshire’s Connected Campus, preparing you for life in the industry through masterclasses, workshops and visiting speakers. Why study at Hull?
- 3rd in the UK for Student Satisfaction¹: You’ll learn from published poets, fiction writers and scriptwriters, as well as experts in horror, TV drama, Disney, and East Asian, British and Hollywood cinema.
- Real-world experience: Boost your CV through bootcamps, workshops and masterclasses with Screen Yorkshire’s Connected Campus scheme.
- 1 million books on your shelf: Access an incredible trove of materials in our seven-storey library, home to over one million books and extensive digital resources from libraries and archives worldwide.
Modules
Core modules include: The Writer’s Toolkit Introduction to Film Making Film Form Facts into Art Film Analysis and Criticism The Storyteller’s Art Creative Writing Portfolio Optional modules include: Scriptwriting Moving Image Techniques Screening Genders The Short Story Disney Studies Television and Factual Production Writing the Novel Sci-fi, Fantasy and Horror: Writing the Wondrous and the Weird
Assessment method
You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree. Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests. Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work. Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- WW86
- Institution code:
- H72
- Campus name:
- The University of Hull
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 points
T Level - M
Applicants with other qualifications are welcome to apply.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | This course requires IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill. For other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University please visit www.hull.ac.uk |
| Institution's Own Test | 60% overall (with minimum 55% in each skill) |
Please click below for a list of the English language qualifications we accept.
https://www.hull.ac.uk/Choose-Hull/Study-at-Hull/Admissions/English-language-requirements.aspx
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
| International | £15400* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Hull
Admissions Office
Cottingham Road
Hull
HU6 7RX