General Studies
Broadcast on BBC2, General Studies was an educational documentary strand that featured a wide range of films examining scientific discoveries, medical research, social issues, and cultural topics. Produced as independent programs under a shared banner, each episode explored a different subject through interviews, research footage, and expert commentary.
Season 1
9 episodes
- 1. Genetics and Society - Genetics and Food ProductionExamines how advances in genetics are transforming agriculture, exploring the science behind crop and livestock breeding and the potential impact on global food production.CCMar 19, 1979
- 2. Nuclear Power - The OptionsExplores the debate surrounding nuclear energy, examining the scientific, economic, and environmental arguments for and against expanding nuclear power as a solution to future energy needs.CCNov 3, 1980
- 3. An Everyday MiracleUsing emerging medical imaging technologies such as ultrasound, this documentary examines the development of a human baby in the womb, tracing the stages of pregnancy from conception to birth.CC32minJan 4, 1981
- 4. The Future for Industry?Investigates the challenges facing modern industry, including technological change, economic pressures, and shifting global competition, and considers what these forces may mean for the future of manufacturing and employment.CCJan 25, 1982
- 5. Genetics and Society - The DiscoverersLooks at the scientists behind modern genetic research, exploring how key discoveries in heredity have shaped our understanding of biology and influenced developments in medicine, agriculture, and society.CCFeb 20, 1984
- 6. The Bugs BusinessExamines the complex world of insects and their impact on agriculture, public health, and ecosystems, highlighting the scientific efforts to control harmful pests while understanding their ecological role.CCMar 5, 1985
- 7. Bias in the NewsInvestigates the question of objectivity in journalism, exploring how editorial decisions, institutional pressures, and cultural perspectives can influence the way news is reported and interpreted.CCMar 3, 1986
- 8. Film of the Book - The History ManExamines the process of adapting Malcolm Bradbury’s novel The History Man for television, exploring the challenges of translating literary themes, characters, and narrative structure into a visual medium.CCMar 17, 1986
- 9. AbortionExplores the medical, ethical, and social debates surrounding abortion, presenting perspectives from doctors, legal experts, and individuals affected by the issue.CCMar 16, 1987
General Studies
Broadcast on BBC2, General Studies was an educational documentary strand that featured a wide range of films examining scientific discoveries, medical research, social issues, and cultural topics. Produced as independent programs under a shared banner, each episode explored a different subject through interviews, research footage, and expert commentary.
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English
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