Film and Television History (AA310)

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Written by film historians for people who want to study film and television history, AA310 is the first full-credit course devoted to film and television to be offered by The Open University.

Big in scope, the course starts with Citizen Kane and the 'golden age' of Hollywood and ends with a pioneering study of television genres. The course is generously resourced with materials that include 13 full-length feature films and extracts from many other films, television and radio programmes.

Follow the links at the top of this page to find out more about the course. Under What's this course about? you will find an overview of the course, and in Who should do this course? you will find guidance as to whether the course is suitable for you and links to other courses that may interest you. What will I study? provides you with a brief overview of what is covered in each book. Reserve a place or register includes a list of course materials, information about start dates, reservation periods, costs and payment methods and qualifications to which the course can count. You can also reserve a place or register online from here. Frequently asked questions provides other information and includes questions on assessment and resources.