London,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Film Studies (Specialization) in London Canada | Western University
Western University
|
London Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
42,928
(c. USD30,789.42)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Film Studies explores cinema as a dominant media form that shaped the 20th and 21st centuries. The program immerses students in film's artistic qualities, historical development, philosophical dimensions, and technical aspects through both hands-on and academic coursework. Films are analyzed from multiple perspectives - political, social, historical, and cultural - equipping students to interpret, evaluate, and articulate insights about diverse cinematic expressions.
Students critically examine cinematic artistry while investigating the worldwide and historical factors that established film as a powerful visual medium. The curriculum fosters advanced analytical abilities informed by modern interdisciplinary research. Our film programs provide comprehensive exposure to both modern masterpieces and timeless classics. Students investigate narrative films, documentaries, and avant-garde works through historical, theoretical, and critical frameworks, with special focus on international cinema traditions. By studying film production, distribution, exhibition, and audience reception, the program situates cinema within broader societal and political frameworks.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A minimum average of B grade in 3 distinct A-Levels or 4 distinct AS-Levels. Predicted Results - You must complete the GCE A Level Predicted Results Form.
A minimum of a C grade in 5 GCSE or IGCSE or Ordinary Levels or equivalent in academic subjects.
A minimum of 4.0 full senior academic courses reported on your academic transcript.
A minimum SAT combined Evidence-Based Reading and Writing plus Math score of 1190 OR a minimum ACT composite score of 24.
The score reports must be official and come to the Admissions Office directly from the College Board or ACT.
IELTS - A minimum overall band score of 6.5, A minimum of 6.0 in each section.
TOEFL IBT - A minimum overall score of 83, A minimum of 20 in each section.
PTE - A minimum overall score of 58, A minimum of 56 in each section.
International Baccalaureate - Youll need -
A complete IB Diploma including.
Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay.
Passes in at least six subjects three at Higher Level.
A minimum total grade of 27 including the Extended Essay and TOK.
No mark less than 4 on any course.
Required courses for your program.
A minimum of a C grade in 5 GCSE or IGCSE or Ordinary Levels or equivalent in academic subjects.
A minimum of 4.0 full senior academic courses reported on your academic transcript.
A minimum SAT combined Evidence-Based Reading and Writing plus Math score of 1190 OR a minimum ACT composite score of 24.
The score reports must be official and come to the Admissions Office directly from the College Board or ACT.
IELTS - A minimum overall band score of 6.5, A minimum of 6.0 in each section.
TOEFL IBT - A minimum overall score of 83, A minimum of 20 in each section.
PTE - A minimum overall score of 58, A minimum of 56 in each section.
International Baccalaureate - Youll need -
A complete IB Diploma including.
Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay.
Passes in at least six subjects three at Higher Level.
A minimum total grade of 27 including the Extended Essay and TOK.
No mark less than 4 on any course.
Required courses for your program.
Tuition
CAD
42,928