MA (Honours) Ancient History and Film Studies in St Andrews United Kingdom | University of St Andrews

The MA (Hons) in Film Studies provides an in-depth exploration of worldwide cinema traditions. This program employs diverse critical, theoretical, and historical perspectives to analyze one of the most important cultural and artistic mediums of modern times. The four-year Film Studies degree, administered by the Department of Film Studies, begins with foundational courses covering essential concepts, theories, and analytical methods during the initial two years. These prepare students for more specialized and demanding Honors-level coursework. The curriculum combines advanced research-focused study of Ancient History and Film Studies, fostering an appreciation for how knowledge evolves. Students develop skills in independent research, maintaining high standards of academic integrity and intellectual discipline. This 48-month Master of Arts (Honours) program follows St Andrews' credit-based system, requiring completion of 480 credits (typically 120 per year). The first half of the program features core requirements alongside elective options (sometimes including cross-faculty courses), while later years focus on specialized, research-driven learning tailored to the discipline.