Modern Languages And Film BA (Hons)

In this degree, you won’t just be studying films or languages — you’ll be making things, collaborating, experimenting, and putting your skills into practice. You’ll blend language fluency with creative media work, so your portfolio reflects both linguistic depth and film/media production skills. The department supports you with spaces, equipment, and mentorship so your learning is grounded in real experience, not just theory.

Then you’ll move into hands-on projects and real-world settings, making the most of the tools and network the university provides:

Experiential learning in Modern Languages & Film at Bangor — what that looks like:

• Industry-standard equipment at your fingertips: You’ll have access to Blackmagic cameras, Adobe Creative Suite, and DaVinci Resolve for filming, editing, and post-production.

• Audio and spoken media practice: On-campus radio and podcasting suites let you experiment with sound design, audio production, and different spoken media formats.

• Team-based projects: From group scripts to collaborative film productions, you’ll gain experience working in teams, taking projects from initial idea to final cut.

• Optional Placement or International Experience Year: You can choose a year-long internship or international experience, giving you 7–12 months (or more) in a workplace or abroad, directly related to your degree.

• Language resources: Dedicated resource rooms, a Language Centre, bookable language-specific rooms, a film library, and specialist translation software help you practice and research.

• Mentoring opportunities: Participate in projects like supporting local schools with language learning, giving you real teaching and outreach experience.

• Language Buddy scheme: Pairing local students with exchange or international students helps you practice conversational skills in informal, real-world contexts.

• Career support: The Employability/Careers Office assists in finding internships and work experience, both within the university and with external organisations.

• Performance and production venues: Film, Media & Drama students have access to Pontio, the Arts & Innovation Centre, which features a 450-seat theatre, a 150-seat black box studio, and a cinema for student screenings.

• Industry connections: Work with organisations like Ffilm Cymru Wales, Aria Film Studios, and visit live TV sets, such as the Welsh drama Rownd a Rownd, to see how professional productions operate.

• Research and collaborative projects: The Centre for Film, Television, and Screen Studies offers seminars, screenings, and cross-disciplinary opportunities, letting you engage in collaborative research projects.

• Filming on campus: The university itself is sometimes used as a filming location for TV and films (for example, Rownd a Rownd or The Voyage of Doctor Dolittle), offering opportunities to work as interns, extras, or crew.

Future Progression & Opportunities

Within 15 months of graduating, many alumni secure roles that make the most of their intercultural, analytical, and communication skills. Common career paths include language specialist, film/media researcher or producer, content editor, or cultural programme officer.

University Careers & Employability Support

• Bangor’s Careers and Employability Service helps students and graduates with CV checks, interview preparation, application guidance, and one-to-one adviser appointments.

• Through CareerConnect (formerly TARGETconnect), students can browse job, internship, and placement listings.

• The Work Experience Support Team assists students with little prior experience to find “tasters” and internships.

• The Bangor Employability Award (BEA) is a structured programme guiding students through career planning, applications, and self-reflection on professional goals.

Employment Stats & Salary Figures

• Around 15 months after graduation, language-and-area studies graduates from Bangor report average earnings of £22,000 (typical range £19,000–£26,000).

• For some cohorts, earnings rise to about £22,500 after five years (range ~£18,500–£27,500).

• Specifically for BA Modern Languages & Film, 80% of students go on to work or further study within 15 months.

• Of those employed, roughly half enter highly skilled roles (managerial, professional), while the other half work across various sectors.

University–Industry Partnerships & Internships

• Bangor runs an Undergraduate Internship Scheme through the employer liaison team, offering placements across diverse sectors.

• The university works closely with graduate employers—from large multinationals to SMEs—to vet and promote roles to students.

• Internships, often including international opportunities, are advertised via CareerConnect.

• Partnerships with organisations like Santander Universities provide funding to support short professional training or internship costs up to £1,000.

Accreditation & Long-Term Value

• The degree is delivered by Bangor’s Modern Languages & Film department, ensuring academic quality and recognition.

• As an interdisciplinary degree combining language, cultural, and media skills, it provides flexibility that is highly valued in evolving job markets.

• Strong degree classifications (First or Upper Second) from Bangor are well-regarded by both academic and professional employers; in 2022/23, around 71.7% of graduates achieved a First or 2:1.

Graduation Outcomes (Typical Career Paths)

• Language Specialist / Translator / Interpreter — roles in NGOs, governmental agencies, or private companies

• Film / Media Researcher or Producer — within production houses, festivals, or cultural institutions

• Content Editor / Subtitling / Localization — for media, publishing, and streaming platforms

• Cultural Programme Officer / Outreach Coordinator — in arts organisations, cultural centres, or NGOs

Further Academic Progression
After completing a BA (Hons) in Modern Languages and Film, you could consider:

• Taught Master’s programmes in Film Studies, Media & Cultural Studies, Translation Studies, Comparative Literature, or Global Communication.

• Research-based postgraduate degrees in Modern Languages and Cultures, covering areas such as film studies, visual culture, translation, or interdisciplinary topics.

• Undertaking a PhD in specialized areas like film theory, adaptation studies, or cross-cultural media if you enjoy research and wish to stay in academia.

• Professional postgraduate qualifications in digital media, publishing, or cultural management to move into leadership roles in industry.