BA (Hons) German Studies and Film

The German Studies and Film BA (Hons) at Lancaster University is a comprehensive program designed to expose students to German culture, language, and history while also studying film. This course allows students to spend the second year in Germany or Austria to access authentic experiences and rich resources. This unique combination of disciplines equips students with a depth and breadth of knowledge which can be utilised in a range of careers.Course Content: The course is conducted over a span of four years and provides a thorough grounding in German language, culture and society. At the same time, the course offers a comprehensive foundation in the academic study of film. In the second year, students spend a year abroad in Germany or Austria to gain first-hand experiences. The final year features modules critical to shaping the future careers of the students, like Avant-Garde Film, German Cinema, Politics and Society in Europe, etc.Key Modules: The key modules include Beginners German Language, Introduction to Film Studies, German Language II, Introduction to Film Theory, Avant-Garde Film, German Cinema, and Politics and Society in Contemporary Germany.Future Careers: Graduates have progressed into careers in translation, tourism, teaching, business, the civil service and journalism. Studying film also opens up career paths in the film and television industry, including roles such as independent film producer, cinematographer, and film editor. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.