Film and Visual Culture and Philosophy and Ethics Liverpool Hope University

Overview

The Film and Visual Culture and Philosophy and Ethics BA at Liverpool Hope University offers a comprehensive dual perspective on creative expression and the fundamental questions of human existence. This combined honours degree is split equally between both subjects, ensuring a balanced education that merges practical artistic production with rigorous intellectual analysis. Students engage with the history of cinema and the evolution of philosophical thought to understand how media and morality shape our contemporary world.

Why Film and Visual Culture and Philosophy and Ethics at Liverpool Hope University?

• Study in Liverpool, one of the most filmed-in cities in the United Kingdom, providing a vibrant backdrop for your creative projects.
• Benefit from strong industry links and partnerships with local organisations such as FACT and Toxteth TV.
• Access high-specification studio spaces, professional practical equipment, and extensive library resources.
• Learn from leading scholars and practitioners who provide regular insights through industry expert visits and regional culture festival trips.
• Engage with a contemporary curriculum that addresses modern issues like artificial intelligence, ecology, and animal rights.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 15225 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Filmmaking
• Screenwriting
• Photography
• Animation
• Film History
• Religion
• Political Philosophy
• Applied Ethics
• Human Personhood

Careers with Film and Visual Culture and Philosophy and Ethics

Graduates are well-prepared for diverse roles within the creative industries, including film production, media management, and digital content creation. The analytical nature of the philosophy component equips students for professional paths that require complex problem-solving and the ability to navigate conflicting ideological challenges. Potential career destinations include roles in education, social advocacy, media research, and various positions within the arts and cultural sectors where critical thinking and visual literacy are highly valued.