BA (Hons)
UCAS CODES: 4 YEARS – P400
NEW: 4 YEARS WITH FOUNDATION – RF12
Our love of truly great movies and photography is as strong as ever, thanks to such filmmaker icons as Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese and Kathryn Bigelow, and legendary photographers like Annie Leibovitz, Henri Cartier-Bresson and Ansel Adams.
If you have always had a passion for film and photography, here is your chance to develop it even further with a BA which will both challenge and inspire you.
With a strong focus on practical experience, you will have the freedom to develop your own ideas and approach to film and photography, great preparation for an exciting career in the creative and cultural industries.
Rhiannon tells us what it was about Richmond, The American International University in London that made her want to study here.
About the programme
The programme begins with an overview of mass media and communications, and an introduction to photography and film. You will explore the international history and theory of filmmaking and photography, looking at the milestones within both industries as well as the pioneers and their key achievements.
Industry-leading guest lecturers will provide their perspective on the exciting worlds of film and photography, provoking discussion and critical thought.
In the second part of this programme, there’s a strong emphasis on the practical as you’ll be specialising in filmmaking, as well as the development of photographic techniques, with a choice of electives from Photojournalism to Web Design, Superhero Cinema to New Media.
The home of many world-leading film production companies and photography studios, London is a fantastic location for this programme and you can do an optional internship with a London-based film or photography company.
By studying with us at Richmond, you’ll gain two degrees through one programme, one from the UK and one from the US.
What you will study
Richmond is the only university in the UK where the degree programmes are based on the US educational approach which is a four year pathway. Every undergraduate degree student will first enter our Liberal Arts programme before specialising in their Major.
The entry requirements for all undergraduate programmes at Richmond are the same, regardless of your chosen Major.
Find out more about the Core Curriculum >>
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YEAR 3Courses
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YEAR 4Courses
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Integrated Internship
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In addition to the courses outlined above, there are open electives in each year. Course content and delivery can be subject to change. For more detailed information on the programme specification, please find more details here.
A normal course load per academic year is 30 US credits, equivalent to 120 UK credits. Students complete 120 UK credits at Level 6 in their chosen major.
Please note that Film Studies is not a minor option to be taken with this programme.
Film & Photography (BA) with Foundation
There are many reasons why taking this programme with a Foundation option could be the ideal choice; you may not have the exact subjects or grades at A level to meet the entry requirements, you may have tried other options such as apprenticeship and want to change direction or have been living abroad.
Whatever your starting point, studying this programme with a Foundation option offers you a great opportunity to gain both a UK and US degree and start the adventure of a lifetime, studying with us in the world’s top student city.
This is what our Foundation option can offer you:
Entry requirements
At Richmond our undergraduate degree programmes, which are based on the US educational approach, are offered on a four year pathway. Every undergraduate degree student will first enter our Liberal Arts programme before specialising in their Major.
The entry requirements for all undergraduate programmes at Richmond are the same, regardless of your chosen Major.
Below is information on our entry requirements for both 4 years and 4 years with foundation programmes.
4 YEARS
Other international equivalent qualifications are accepted – please email admissions@richmond.ac.uk for further details.
4 YEARS W/ FOUNDATION
We understand that not every student is in the same situation, if you have any questions about your qualifications, please get in touch with us admissions@richmond.ac.uk.
For more information on English Language Requirements for your country visit our How to Apply webpage.
Fees & funding
Undergraduate tuition fees for students starting their programme this academic year can be found in the table below.
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| Fall 2023 | Fall 2023 | Fall 2023 | |
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£9,250 | £14,900 | £14,900 |
*This includes a scholarship award upon successful application
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For more information visit our Tuition Fees & Funding webpage.
Employability
The University offers personal development seminars, leadership opportunities and access to work experience, volunteering and internships. There is also a dedicated, personalised service for assistance with CV writing, interview preparation tips and much more.
Throughout your studies, you will have the opportunity to build links with industry experts and Richmond alumni, connecting you to a vast and influential worldwide network.
Internships
We offer career support and advice through our Careers & Internships Office that will assist and guide you in your study choices to make sure you stand out from the crowd when you graduate. Whether you are interested in gaining work experience in London or internationally, we will be here to help you find the best possible opportunities.
Through internships you will gain business acumen, beneficial work experiences and transferable skills which will give you a competitive advantage in a fast-paced working environment.
Work while you study across 5 continents through our partners Connect123 and CRCC Asia with destinations in Spain, Argentina, South Africa, China, Japan, Vietnam and Australia.
Study abroad
All students at Richmond University have the opportunity to study abroad. You can either study at one of our campuses for a semester to a year or study overseas at any of our partner locations across the world giving you an unique experience.
How to apply
You can apply one of three ways, either apply directly through us, apply through UCAS and for our US students, via the Common Application ($50.00).
In order to submit your application you will need the following information
Visit our How to Apply webpage for more information regarding Entry Requirements, admissions processes and to start your application.
When to apply
We encourage you to complete your application as early as possible, even if you are completing your undergraduate programme of study. In this case you will be offered a place that is conditional on successfully completing a specified qualification and English language qualification if applicable.
If you would like your application to be considered for a Richmond bursary, an early application is strongly recommended.
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“If you’ve long harboured a desire to work in the film and photographic industries, then this cutting edge degree is for you. Taught by experienced academics and award-winning practicing artists, this degree offers a stimulating opportunity to expand your theoretical and practice-based skill set, all framed by London’s wealth of world-leading production companies and photographic studios.”
– Dr Nicola Mann, Head of Department of Communications
“My time at Richmond has been the most transformative and fulfilling time of my life so far. Richmond’s world class environment has provided me with all the tools to explore and expand my creativity.”
“My time at Richmond has been the most transformative and fulfilling time of my life so far. Richmond’s world class environment has provided me with all the tools to explore and expand my creativity.”
“As an American, being in London has truly been the perfect place to study film. Richmond has done a great job of implementing the city itself into the courses, whether it has been a place to film or visiting museums. We are also taught by professors with first-hand experience in the film industry. We have the advantage of an international community of students and faculty, which is very inspiring being in a creative field. Because of my time at Richmond, I feel well prepared for a career in the film industry.”
“As one of the first students to enrol in Film and Photography major last year, I had the great opportunity to explore my creative side beyond what I had initially anticipated.
My major classes helped push me forward as a creative individual through learning the foundations of being an artist and most importantly becoming one. Overall, my experience as a student in a liberal arts university has enabled me to know and learn different subjects while having the opportunity to take classes outside of my major, which ultimately cultivated my knowledge further.”
