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Bachelors Degrees in Film Worldwide

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Film Studies BA

University of Alberta Canada

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Film Production BA (Hons), Cert HE

Catalyst - Institute for Creative Arts and Technology Germany

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Bachelor of Film and Screen Media Production Bachelor Degree

Griffith University Australia

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Film and High-End Television Production BA (Hons)

University of Derby United Kingdom

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Film and Media BA (Hons)

University of Kent United Kingdom

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Media Studies BA

Webster Geneva Campus Switzerland

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Filmmaking & Creative Technologies BA (Hons)

The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) United Kingdom

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Filmmaking - 3 year Bachelor Degree

ESRA Film School Paris France

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Interdisciplinary Arts Bachelor of International Liberal Arts

International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA) at Yamanashi Gakuin University Japan

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Acting - Berlin BA

Macromedia University of Applied Sciences Germany

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Film and Television Production BSc

University of York United Kingdom

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Film and Television Production BA (Hons)

University of Wolverhampton United Kingdom

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Film Studies BA (Hons)

University of Greenwich United Kingdom

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Film and Theatre (Study Abroad) BA (Hons)

Lancaster University United Kingdom

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French with Film Studies BA

University of Warwick United Kingdom

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Film Production Technology (A.S. Degree) Other UG Award

Valencia College United States

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Study a Film degree abroad in 2025

Make the first step towards a career in film.

A bachelor's degree in film will combine the art of filmmaking with theoretical knowledge. Normally taking 3-4 years to complete, a film degree offers students the opportunity to cover core subjects such as film theory, history and production. You will also have the chance to study specialist modules like directing, screenwriting and cinematography.

Choosing to study abroad as an international student will allow you to build your knowledge and skills, and will expose you to a worldwide community, as you are surrounded by people from different cultures and backgrounds.

Deciding on a film school or degree can feel overwhelming, as there are so many options available to you. Why not take a look at our articles about the best film schools in the world, and how to choose a film school for some advice and more information.

Admission Requirements

Admission to a bachelor degree in film usually requires a high school diploma or the equivalent. Some universities may require you to have studied certain subjects. For programs taught in English, you will need to provide evidence of your language proficiency. This can be done by taking tests such as TOEFL or IELTS.

Many institutions will also request that you provide a creative portfolio, which allows you to showcase your previous work, such as films, scripts, or other relevant media.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees for international students can vary depending on where you choose to study, so it is important to do your research. There will be numerous scholarships and grants available to help with the financial cost of studying abroad.

Careers

Film graduates can choose to either take on further studies, or pursue a job in the film industry. These roles could range from direct involvement such as filmmaking or production, to roles in related industries.

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