Course summary

The BA Film Studies and Creative Arts combined degree at SOAS University of London provides a dynamic and interdisciplinary education that explores the connections between film, visual arts, and cultural industries across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. This unique programme allows students to critically engage with the global impact of film and creative arts, developing practical skills and theoretical insights that are essential for understanding and contributing to today’s international creative landscape. In the Film Studies component, students explore the history, theory, and practice of film, with a special focus on non-Western cinema traditions. The curriculum covers key topics such as film analysis, genres, visual storytelling, and the social and cultural significance of cinema. Students engage in the study of global film movements, gaining insights into how cinema reflects and shapes identities, histories, and social issues within SOAS’s regions of focus. Practical modules offer training in film production, directing, and editing, equipping students with skills to create and critique films within diverse cultural contexts. The Creative Arts component immerses students in the visual, performing, and musical arts, as well as broader cultural industries across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. The curriculum includes subjects such as arts management, cultural diplomacy, heritage preservation, and creative entrepreneurship, encouraging students to understand the global impact of the arts. Practical projects and industry partnerships provide training in areas like project design, curation, and arts consultancy, allowing students to gain hands-on experience relevant to the creative industries. By combining these two disciplines, the BA Film Studies and Creative Arts programme offers graduates a unique blend of creative, analytical, and practical skills. This interdisciplinary approach prepares students for careers in film production, arts management, curation, cultural consultancy, and media, empowering them to engage meaningfully with the global film and arts sectors.