BA (Hons) Film and Philosophy

Film and Philosophy BA (Hons) is an exciting course offered by Lancaster University that blends the study of cinema with philosophical thought. It encourages students to view films from different perspectives and to think critically about their ideological, aesthetic, and theoretical implications. The programme aims to develop the skills required to analyze and interpret films while also researching and debating philosophical concepts and theories concerning art, culture, politics, and society.Course Content: The course consists of a variety of core and optional modules. These include: Introduction to Film Studies, Introduction to Philosophy, and Introduction to Moral Philosophy in the first year; Film Theory, Philosophy of Mind, and Art and Revolution in the second year; and Philosophy of Art, Film and Literature, and Topics in Ethics in the third year. Alongside these, students have the opportunity to study topics such as Sound Design and Audio-Visual Practice, Films of Alfred Hitchcock, and Philosophy on the Edge.Key Modules: Some key modules of the course are Film Theory, Philosophy of Mind, Philosophy of Art, and Topics in Ethics which form a solid foundation of the program.Future Careers: Graduates of the Film and Philosophy BA (Hons) can pursue a wide range of careers where skills in critical thinking and argumentation, as well as an understanding of visual and cinematic communication, are important. Possible fields include film and media sectors, creative and cultural industries, journalism, public relations, advertising, and teaching.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.