Honours in Film & Television Studies

Convenor

Dr. Alexia Smit

Admission requirements

(a) Faculty requirements are set out under rules FH3.

(b) Specialisation requirements:

• Completion of BA with a major in Film and Television Studies or a BA in Film and Media Production or a first degree with majors in appropriate cognate subjects.
• Students transferring from other universities who do not have some background in film and media may apply to the Convenor. The programme committee will consider such applications on an individual basis for their suitability to the programme.
• Normally candidates will be expected to have an average of an upper second or better result for their first degree.

Acceptance is on the recommendation of the Convenor.

Prescribed curriculum:

The curriculum comprises four taught courses and a research essay/project, all at HEQSF level 8 (4000-level)

Elective courses: 

Three approved electives at HEQSF level 8 (4000-level). 

NB: Students who wish to take an elective offered by another department should consult the convenor.