Comparative Literature with Film Studies BA (Hons)
King's College London
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 20 graduates of Comparative Literature with Film Studies BA (Hons) and other courses in Others in Language and Area Studies at King's College London for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Others in Language and Area Studies.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Media Studies
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Others in Language and Area Studies at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £25000 | £22500 | £30500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £22000 - £31000 | £20000 - £27000 | £24000 - £36000 |
All Media Studies courses of King's College London
Salary of all UK Graduates of Media Studies
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23111 | £20900 | £24560 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20077 - £26403 | £15957 - £26361 | £19041 - £31426 |
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Course Description
Study the similarities and differences between literature written in different places and at different times in the heart of London, alongside study of film theory. Our Comparative Literature modules embrace 12 languages and six continents and span over 2,500 years. The focus extends beyond the modern and ancient literatures of Europe to the Americas, Australia, the Middle East, South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. Each year includes two Film Studies modules, which will provide you with a detailed knowledge of both the creative potential of film, and the relationship between film and society.
Key benefits
- Our course draws on the teaching and research expertise of some of the highest ranked literature departments in the UK.
- Flexible course - students have the opportunity to choose from a wide variety of modules across a number of departments.
- All modules are taught in English translation, though you are encouraged to read in the original language where possible and supported in the development of new linguistic skills.
- Central location offers students the opportunity to benefit from London's unique cultural resources.
- Consistently one of the best departments for the study of film in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2018).
- Central location offers exciting possibilities for further access to film, most notably King's close proximity to the British Film Institute Library, and the new BFI Southbank.
- Provides a grounding for pursuing careers in the media arts and related activities.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Comparative Literature with Film Studies BA (Hons) at King's College London
| 15% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 15% | Business and Financial Project Management Professionals |
| 10% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 10% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 10% | Administrative occupations |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Others in Language and Area Studies
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Qualification requirements
Required subjects: English Literature, or English Language and Literature. Plus a GCSE in a Modern or Ancient Language at grade 6 or B. Preferred subjects: Modern or Ancient language, Classical Civilisation, Ancient History or History
English language requirements
| test | Grade |
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| IELTS (Academic) | |
| PTE Academic | |
| TOEFL (iBT) | |
| Cambridge English Advanced | |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | |
| Trinity ISE | |
| Institution's Own Test | |
| IELTS (Academic) | |
| PTE Academic | |
| TOEFL (iBT) | |
| Cambridge English Advanced | |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | |
| Trinity ISE | |
| Institution's Own Test |
Costs
Tuition Fees Comparative Literature with Film Studies BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
The fees stated are for entry in the forthcoming September. If you are applying for deferred entry, to commence the following September, fees may be subject to change.
All International applicants to Undergraduate programmes are required to pay a deposit of £2,000 against their first year’s tuition fee. This deposit is payable when you firmly accept an unconditional offer to study with us, and will be offset against your tuition fees when you join King’s.
Average student cost of living in London
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
of King's College London
among 379 universities in England UK
based on 38 different rankings
Positions of King's College London in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of King's College London in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #33
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
See all 38 university rankings of King's College London
About King's College London
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Student composition of King's College London
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Total number of students enrolled at King's College London by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 22110
- postgraduates:
- 13810
- Total:
- 35920
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FAQ about Comparative Literature with Film Studies BA (Hons) King's College London
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £25000 15 months after graduation, £22500 3 years after graduation and £30500 after graduation.
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals (15%), Business and Financial Project Management Professionals (15%), Welfare and housing associate professionals (10%), Artistic, literary and media occupations (10%)
- 20 graduates rated the course 63. This means that 63% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.
- King's College London achieved the highest ranking for Social Sciences. It is ranked #33 in THE World University Rankings by Subject (Social Sciences). See all subject rankings for King's College London.
- Comparative Literature with Film Studies BA (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at King's College London.
Ranking publishers
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)