Aberdeen,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA (Hons) Film and Visual Culture and Sociology in Aberdeen United Kingdom | University of Aberdeen
University of Aberdeen
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Aberdeen United Kingdom
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Qualification
Undergraduate Masters
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
20,800
(c. USD27,833.52)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Studying Film & Visual Culture alongside Sociology at Aberdeen provides rigorous training in contemporary moving image history and theory while awakening your sociological imagination. You'll examine how societal structures influence individuals, benefiting from excellent teaching and vibrant research that develops skills valued across diverse industries. Our distinctive Film and Visual Culture curriculum blends detailed examination of visual media—spanning analog and digital formats, mainstream and alternative works—with theories of visual representation and distribution. You'll acquire specialized knowledge in cinema studies while honing research analysis and critical writing abilities, with optional training in digital video production and web design. The Sociology component offers deeper understanding of filmmakers' social contexts, exploring topics like family structures, work-life dynamics, and religious influences. Learn from specialists in social movements, conflict resolution, and global political sociology while mastering research techniques including interviews, surveys, and media analysis. Beyond technical proficiency, you'll cultivate valuable critical thinking and analytical skills applicable to careers in media, education, social services, market research, and various organizational roles.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
SQA Highers
Standard: AABB
Applicants who have achieved AABB (or better), are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/ Advanced Highers may be required.
Minimum: BBB
Applicants who have achieved BBB (or are on course to achieve this by the end of S5) are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/Advanced Highers will normally be required.
Adjusted: BB
Applicants who have achieved BB, and who meet one of the widening participation criteria are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/Advanced Highers will be required.
A LEVELS
Standard: BBB
Minimum: BBC
Adjusted: CCC
International Baccalaureate
32 points, including 5, 5, 5 at HL.
Irish Leaving Certificate
5H with 3 at H2 AND 2 at H3.
Ielts Academic: Overall - 6.0 with: Listening - 5.5, Reading - 5.5, Speaking - 5.5, Writing - 6.0 ,
Toefl ibt Overall - 78 with: Listening - 17, Reading - 18, Speaking - 20, Writing - 21
Standard: AABB
Applicants who have achieved AABB (or better), are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/ Advanced Highers may be required.
Minimum: BBB
Applicants who have achieved BBB (or are on course to achieve this by the end of S5) are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/Advanced Highers will normally be required.
Adjusted: BB
Applicants who have achieved BB, and who meet one of the widening participation criteria are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/Advanced Highers will be required.
A LEVELS
Standard: BBB
Minimum: BBC
Adjusted: CCC
International Baccalaureate
32 points, including 5, 5, 5 at HL.
Irish Leaving Certificate
5H with 3 at H2 AND 2 at H3.
Ielts Academic: Overall - 6.0 with: Listening - 5.5, Reading - 5.5, Speaking - 5.5, Writing - 6.0 ,
Toefl ibt Overall - 78 with: Listening - 17, Reading - 18, Speaking - 20, Writing - 21
Tuition
GBP
20,800