Tuition Fee
£9,250 (UK/EU)
£14,750 (INT)
$38,000 (US)
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Duration
3 Years (Full-time)
4 Years (Full-time)
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Accreditation
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Location
Richmond Hill Campus
Programme Overview
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.
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 Documentary Theory and Production to Animation and Motion, Scriptwriting to Advanced Digital Video.
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.
Top 5 reasons to study this programme:
- Opportunity to gain both theoretical and practical understanding of filmmaking and photography, giving you the option of a career in either industry
- Benefit from London’s thriving film industry
- Learn from highly qualified academics with industry experience and guest lecturers
- Gain vital work experience through an internship, choose from a wide range of leading international organisations in London, the USA or China
- Benefit from learning in small classes within an international environment, alongside students from all over the world
After you graduate
Career Paths
Film Production, Directing, Screenwriting, Photography, Journalism, Teaching, Media, CommunicationsCareer Support
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. 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.
Modules breakdown
3 Years pathway
Core Modules & Electives
YEAR 1 | YEAR 2 | YEAR 3 | YEAR 4 |
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Fall Semester | Fall Semester | Fall Semester | |
Foundations in Photography | Sonic Media Production | Video Production | Senior Project in Film or Photography I |
Foundations of Mass Media & Communications | Introduction to Visual Culture | Photography: Theory & Practice | Senior Project in Film or Photography II |
Transitions I | Introduction to Film Studies | Creating Digital Images | Photojournalism |
Transitions II | Digital Society | Plus 2 of the following: | Script to Screen |
Quantitative Reasoning | Introduction to Filmmaking | Mass Comunications and Society | Documentary Theory and Production |
Scientific Reasoning | Plus 1 of the following: | Museums and Galleries of London | Advanced Digital Video |
Creative Expression | History of Fashion | Art in Context | Studio Photography |
Spring Semester | Spring Semester | Spring Semester | |
Research and Writing I | Film in the Americas | History of Design | Plus 3 of the following OR Internship & 2 of the following: |
Elective | Introduction to Art Across Cultures | Gender in Film | Animation and Motion |
| History of Photography | American Television Drama | Web Design |
| Plus ALL of the following: | Cultural Theory | Media Ethics and Law |
| Research and Writing II | Psychology and Cinema | Communication Design |
| Elective | Adaptations: Literature and Cinema | Publications Layout |
| Elective | Science Fiction Film: Cowboys and Aliens | World Internship in Film and Photography |
| Elective | Celebrity and Fan Culture | Internship in Film and Photography |
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| Modern Popular Music | New Media & Visual Power |
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| Soc Of Culture & Sub Culture | Working in the Art World |
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| Digital Engagment | New Media |
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| Digital Collaboration | Transnational Cinema |
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| Digital Innovation | International Cinema |
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| History on Film |
4 Years pathway
Core Modules
CORE SUBJECTS |
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YEAR 1 | YEAR 2 | YEAR 3 | YEAR 4 |
Foundations in Photography | Sonic Media Production | Video Production | Senior Project in Film or Photography I |
Foundations of Mass Media & Communications | Introduction to Visual Culture | Photography: Theory & Practice | Senior Project in Film or Photography II |
Transitions I | Introduction to Film Studies | Creating Digital Images | Photojournalism |
Transitions II | Digital Society |
| Script to Screen |
Quantitative Reasoning | Introduction to Filmmaking |
| Documentary Theory and Production |
Scientific Reasoning |
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| Advanced Digital Video |
Creative Expression |
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| Studio Photography |
Research and Writing I |
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Electives
ELECTIVE MODULES |
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YEAR 1 | YEAR 2 | YEAR 3 | YEAR 4 |
Plus 1 of the following: | Plus 2 of the following: | Plus 3 of the following OR Internship & 2 of the following: |
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| History of Fashion | Mass Comunications and Society | Web Design |
| Film in the Americas | Museums and Galleries of London | Media Ethics and Law |
| Introduction to Art Across Cultures | Art in Context | Communication Design |
| History of Photography | History of Design | Publications Layout |
| Plus ALL of the following: | Gender in Film | World Internship in Film and Photography |
| Research and Writing II | American Television Drama | Internship in Film and Photography |
| Elective | Cultural Theory | New Media & Visual Power |
| Elective | Psychology and Cinema | Working in the Art World |
| Elective | Adaptations: Literature and Cinema | New Media |
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| Science Fiction Film: Cowboys and Aliens | Transnational Cinema |
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| Celebrity and Fan Culture | International Cinema |
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| Modern Popular Music | History on Film |
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| Soc Of Culture & Sub Culture |
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| Digital Engagment |
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| Digital Collaboration |
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| Digital Innovation |
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3 Year Pathway Entry Requirements
A Level: 3 C’s or equivalent*
*All other equivalent eligible transfer credits will be determined by Admissions.
4 Year Pathway Entry Requirements
A Level: 96 UCAS points
US High School Diploma (or equivalent): 2.5 GPA minimum (on 4.0 scale)
International Baccalaureate: 24 IB points (year 1) BTEC National Diploma: MMM.
Completion of Year 12-13 International equivalent secondary school qualification with a minimum grade average of grade of C including mathematics and English
English Language Requirements (Non Native English Speakers)
Qualification | Undergraduate | Validity Period |
IELTS (Academic) | 5.5 with 5.5 in Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing | 2 Years |
TOEFL IBT | 72 with 17 Listening, 18 in Reading, 17 Writing, 20 Speaking | 2 Years |
Pearson Test of English | 51 with 51 in each component | 2 Years |
First, Advanced, Proficiency – taken after January 2015 | 162 overall (no less than 162 in each component) | No Expiry |
Cambridge First: Advantage, Proficiency – taken before January 2015 | Cambridge First: Grade B overall (No less than B in any component) | No Expiry |
Cambridge Advanced: Grade C (no less than C in any component) less than C in any component) | No Expiry |
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Cambridge Proficiency: Level C1 certificate | No Expiry |
How to apply
You apply directly using the Common Application ($50.00) or the Richmond online Application. In order to submit your application you will need the following information
- Details of your education history, including the dates of all exams/assessments
- The email address of your referee who we can request a reference from, or alternatively an electronic copy of your academic reference
- A personal statement – this can either be emailed as a Word Document or PDF, or completed online
- An electronic copy of your in process or completed high school (secondary school) transcript and graduation certificate
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
Application process
Admission is by interview unless you live outside the UK when we may interview you via Skype or by telephone. We may also determine your suitability on the basis of their application and qualifications alone. Find out more about applying.
UCAS Course Code
3 year pathway
RU10
4 year pathway
P400
Full Time 3-4 Years
Including one year at QCF Level 3
(subject to credit transfer)
Contact our admissions team for more details:
admissions@richmond.ac.uk
Please note: Non US students are eligible
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Undergraduate Prospectus
What our students say…
My degree in BA Communications, which I received from Richmond in 2010, prepared me for a career in Journalism. While studying at Richmond, I was able to intern with the Patriot-News and after graduation I received a job offer as a freelancer and ultimately moved into a full time position.
Richmond introduced me to diverse background of people and cultures and broadened my horizons, which is important for every journalist. It honed my writing and encouraged me to explore new things, whether it was creating an online news program or writing a student government’s constitution.
My advice for future journalists is to get an internship and then prove your best skills while interning. Connect with other professionals in your field and expand your network. Constantly work on your portfolio and maintain a blog. Showing that you are aware of trending tech and are social media savvy is incredibly important.
Julia HatmakerBA Degree in Communications
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