BA (Hons) Film & Visual Culture

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 75% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English language proficiency: 

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0 or 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 17 in Speaking, and 20 in Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 with no individual score below 51.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Liverpool Hope University offers various scholarships and financial support options to international students, recognizing their academic excellence and potential. These scholarships aim to make higher education more accessible and affordable for international students. 

International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international undergraduate and postgraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement. The scholarship is worth up to £2,000 and is awarded based on academic merit.

Vice-Chancellor's International Attainment Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international undergraduate students who have achieved exceptional academic results. The scholarship is worth up to £3,000 and is based on academic performance.

Partnership Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University has established partnerships with various institutions worldwide. Through these partnerships, international students may be eligible for specific scholarships or fee reductions when applying to Liverpool Hope University. 

Country-Specific Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships may vary in terms of eligibility criteria, funding amount, and application process.

External Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities offered by governments, organizations, and foundations in their home countries or other sources. The university provides guidance and support to students in identifying and applying for these external scholarships.

It is important to note that the availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for scholarships may vary from year to year.

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Film & Visual Culture program at Liverpool Hope University are equipped with a versatile skill set that prepares them for a variety of exciting career opportunities in the fields of film, media, visual arts, and cultural studies.

Film Production: Graduates may pursue careers in film production, working as directors, producers, cinematographers, or editors. They can create films, documentaries, or videos for various platforms such as cinema, television, streaming services, or online content providers.

Media and Cultural Analysis: Graduates can work as media analysts, cultural critics, or researchers, analyzing films, visual artworks, and media texts. They may work for research firms, cultural organizations, or media outlets, providing insights and commentary on cultural trends, representations, and societal issues.

Film Programming and Curation: Graduates may work as film programmers or curators for film festivals, cinemas, museums, or cultural institutions. They can select and organize film screenings, create thematic programs, and curate film exhibitions to engage audiences and promote cinematic diversity.

Arts Administration: Graduates can pursue careers in arts administration, working for film organizations, museums, galleries, or cultural agencies. They can manage arts programs, coordinate cultural events, and develop outreach initiatives to support artists and promote visual culture.

Digital Media and Marketing: Graduates may work in digital media and marketing roles for film studios, production companies, or advertising agencies. They can create digital content, manage social media campaigns, and develop marketing strategies to promote films, events, or cultural products.

Education and Outreach: Graduates can work in education and outreach roles, teaching film studies, visual culture, or media literacy at schools, colleges, or cultural centers. They can design educational programs, lead workshops, and engage communities in discussions about film and visual arts.

Film Criticism and Journalism: Graduates may pursue careers in film criticism, writing reviews, articles, or essays for newspapers, magazines, online publications, or blogs. They can provide informed commentary on films, analyze cinematic techniques, and contribute to public discourse on visual culture.

Film Archiving and Preservation: Graduates with an interest in film history and preservation can work in film archiving and preservation roles for archives, libraries, or preservation societies. They can digitize, catalog, and restore film collections to ensure their long-term preservation and accessibility.

Independent Filmmaking: Graduates may choose to pursue careers as independent filmmakers, producing their own films, documentaries, or experimental projects. They can explore personal interests, tell compelling stories, and contribute to the diversity of voices in the film industry.