Overview
At King’s we offer you a lively and intellectually stimulating home in the heart of London where you will be taught by leading experts. Our Comparative Literature modules embrace 10 languages and 5 continents and span over 2,500 years. The focus extends beyond the modern and ancient literatures of Europe to the Americas, 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 film theory, the creative potential of film and media, and the relationship between cinema, media, and society.
Key benefits
- Our course draws on the teaching and research expertise of leading experts in diverse fields.
- Consistently ranked one of the best departments for the study of film in the UK.
- Central location offers exciting possibilities for further access to film, most notably King’s close proximity to the British Film Institute Library and BFI Southbank.
- 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.
- Dedicated Film Studies screening and seminar rooms, and a professionally equipped auditorium with 35mm and/or digital video projection.
- Broad list of modules covering popular Hollywood, European, Latin American and Asian film, underground and cult cinemas, and documentary, among many other areas.
- Flexible course - students have the opportunity to choose from a wide variety of modules across a number of departments.
My Comparative Literature BA allows me to explore the meanings of language and art across culture and time.
Course essentials
The Comparative Literature with Film Studies BA degree is a three-year course that comprises of modules totalling 360 credits. Each year, you will take modules totalling 120 credits.
Your first year of study will consist of modules covering conceptions, methods and theoretical foundations of Comparative Literature. This will provide you with a rounded introduction to the subject, develop your analytical skills and introduce you to theory and methodology. You will also take two film studies modules.
In the second and third year, you will take further required and optional modules, allowing you to explore in-depth your chosen research pathway.
The optional modules you study will reflect the current research and expertise of staff in the department, providing you with the opportunity to study specialist subjects in-depth.
You will also have the opportunity to study abroad. Selected students in year three have the opportunity to study abroad with one of our partners in the USA, Italy, Hong Kong, Australia, Germany or France.
Special features
Optional study abroad
Key Information
Course type:
Major/minor honours
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time
Required A-Levels:
AAB
Duration:
Three years
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026
Application deadline:
08 September 2025
Administrative bodies
Awarding body
King's College London and Affiliates
Regulating body
Base campus
Strand Campus
Strand Campus feels like the heart of London—historic yet buzzing with energy. Nestled by the Thames, it offers world-class academics, vibrant student life, and endless inspiration from the city’s culture and diversity.