Induction for New Students 2026

The individual elements of your degree are known as modules (or courses). Each module has a different focus.

In the first year, students on the BA Film Studies degree take the modules: Film History, Film and Television Analysis, Theories for Film Studies and Visual Cultures in the Autumn Term; then Film and Television Criticism, Film Theory, Screen Technologies and The Business of Film in the Spring Term​.

Students on the BA Film and Literature degree take the modules: Film History, Film and Television Analysis, Adaptation: From Page to Screens and Modes of Reading in the Autumn Term; then Film and Television Criticism, Film Theory and the second parts of Adaptation and Modes of Reading in the Spring Term.

All students also take the study skills module Film and Television Studies: Essential Skills in both Autumn and Spring term.​

There is no required reading to do before you start you arrive at Warwick, but you can explore the suggested Summer reading lists below for some recommendations and more information about your Autumn Term modules.

Students on the BA Film and Literature degree may especially want to begin reading some of the longer novels which will be set texts for your Adaptation and Modes of Reading modules.

BA Film Studies suggested summer reading list

BA Film and Literature suggested summer reading list

The Library is available 24 hours for all students to use as needed. You can find a huge variety of resources, both online and in-person. All your required course reading will be available from the library.

Click here to learn more about the services offered.

Email: both the University and the department will communicate with you on your new Warwick email address (available once you've completed your enrolment).Make sure you check this account regularly!

MYWARWICK: you will have your own personalised 'My Warwick' account. This is where you'll be able to access your university emails, timetable, campus information and much more.

Tabula: an online system you will use to see your coursework deadlines, electronically submit assignments and download marking feedback. Full details and support will be provided once you arrive.

Moodle: Moodle is the virtual learning environment that the university uses. All modules have their own moodle space. You can also find general information and important announcements on the Moodle Film and Television Studies Hub (available upon enrolment): https://moodle.warwick.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=31436Link opens in a new window

Your course timetable will be available by the beginning of Week 1 of the Autumn term.

When you enrol please visit the Film and Television Studies Hub on Moodle and download a copy of our student handbook.

Who is my Personal Tutor?

• Each student is allocated a Personal Tutor at Warwick. Usually, this is a member of the academic staff in your department.

• ·You will be introduced to your personal tutor during Welcome Week. You will also be able to find their details on Tabula.

What is their role?

• Your Personal Tutor is your first point of contact within the department to discuss any issues that arise, whether pastoral or academic.
• You can draw on their experience and expertise as and when you need – they are your ongoing individual face-to-face relationship within the department and are here to support you throughout your time at Warwick.
• They are also the most obvious person to provide references for you after you graduate, so it is worthwhile investing time into developing a strong working relationship.

How will we meet?

• ·You will meet with your personal tutor in person in groups during Welcome Week. Your personal tutor will also contact you (via your Warwick email or your Tabula timetable) to arrange an individual meeting in the first few weeks of the Autumn Term.

• You may request additional meetings as and when you need them.

• You can find the full list of staff in the department here.

The Senior Tutor in Film and Television Studies oversees the personal tutor system. The current Senior Tutor is Dr Alice Pember. You will meet her during the Welcome Week induction events.

Dr Rick Wallace is Director of Film and Television Studies. He is also the Director of Student Experience and Progression for the Autumn Term.

Dr James Taylor is Director of Undergraduate Studies. He helps to oversee the running of the BA Film Studies and BA Film and Literature degrees.

You will meet both of them in person at the Welcome Week induction events.

All academic staff offices are in the Film and Television Studies area on Floor 1 of the Faculty of Arts Building.

You can find the full list of staff in Film and Television Studies here.

Film and Television Studies is part of the School of Creative Arts, Performance and Visual Cultures (shortened to SCAPVC). The programmes officers in the SCAPVC office will help with the administration of your degrees while you are a student at Warwick.

If you have any questions not covered during Welcome Week, please drop by the office on Floor 2 of the Faculty of Arts Building (room 2.50).

For all general enquiries, please contact SCAPVCenquiries@warwick.ac.uk.

Starting university is an exciting time, but we understand that it can also be challenging. Whether you’re experiencing a pastoral or welfare issue, Warwick’s central student wellbeing services can provide a range of different support options. Find out more on their central webpages.

Resources and information on the transition support webpages can also help, not only in your first few weeks, but throughout your Warwick journey. Find out more here.

Similarly, check out this new resource from Student Minds on helping the transition to university.

All first-year students are allocated a student mentor. Mentors are second-year or final-year students who will be able to answer any questions you might have and give you useful advice from a seasoned Warwick Film and Television Studies undergraduate perspective.

You will meet your mentor in person in groups during Welcome Week.

The Dean of Students Office has overall responsibility for all Personal Tutoring networks across the University. You can find out more about the role of the Dean of Students Office on their webpages.

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The Warwick Careers team are here to support you throughout your time at university, and after you graduate. They offer in-person and remote services, flexible to your needs and other commitments.

Find out more here.

The central Skills team helps ensure all Warwick students are ready for life after graduation - and equipped with the skills they need for a successful future.

They run programmes and interventions that give students opportunities and support for recognising, developing, reflecting on, and articulating their full range of skills.

To see the range of opportunities available, visit their central webpages here.

To check out Skillscast (their podcast about developing your skills while at University) ,click here.

SSLC stands for Student-Staff Liaison Committee. There are SSLCs in each department in the University that feed into both the Students' Union and the University administration.

SSLCs are committees made up of elected student representatives and members of staff. They are student-led and provide an area for students and staff to discuss ideas and solve problems connected with teaching, learning and student support.

If you're interested in the work of the SSLC, or have an issue you would like to be discussed, you should speak with one of your Course Representatives. If you have questions about the running of the SSLC, you should speak with the SSLC Chair.

If you are interested in putting yourself forward as a first-year Course Representative, please speak to or email Dr James Taylor, the Director of Undergraduate Studies, who is the SSLC Academic Convenor. His email address is j.taylor.29@warwick.ac.uk.

Find out more on the Warwick SU SSLC webpageLink opens in a new window

Film and Television Studies students are active in a variety of student societies at Warwick. Follow the links below for more information on some of the more popular student societies:

· The Film and Television Studies Society 

· Warwick Student Cinema Society

· Filmmaking Society 

· Bad Film Society

You may also want to get involved with running or contributing to the Reel Talk blog, which is produced by undergraduate students in Film and Television Studies.

Read more about what graduates from Film and Television Studies have achieved after their degree on our Alumni page.

Concerned about staying safe at university?

Visit the Warwick Stay Safe Hub, where you can find out more about tips on avoiding online, telephone & accommodation scams, as well as how to look after your personal safety, both online and around campus.

The Students' Union are an independent organisation here to provide representation, support, and social activities to help you make the most of your time at Warwick.