Program Overview

BA (Hons) Media Production

Overview

The BA (Hons) Media Production degree is designed to develop critically thinking, innovative content creators for television, radio, podcasting, online, social media, and new and emerging platforms. The course is industry-focussed and aims to equip students with the skills and attitude needed to adapt and change in line with industry demands.

Course Structure

The course is divided into three years, with each year consisting of two semesters.

First Year

• Understanding Media Texts, Industries and Audiences (20 credits)
• Television Skills (20 credits)
• Radio & Podcast Production (20 credits)
• Investigating Media Texts, Industries and Audiences (20 credits)
• Creative Production 1 (20 credits)
• Community and Industry Collaboration (20 credits)

Second Year

• Researching the Broadcast Media (20 credits)
• Documentary & Features (20 credits)
• Creative Production 2 (20 credits)
• Work Placement (20 credits)
• Live Project (20 credits)
• Collaborative Practice (20 credits)

Optional Modules (Second Year)

• Bi-Media Drama (20 credits)
• Comedy in Media and Popular Culture (20 credits)
• Fandoms and Subcultures (20 credits)
• Television Studio (20 credits)
• Creating Compelling Content (20 credits)
• Digital Storytelling (20 credits)
• Radio Documentary and Podcast Production (20 credits)
• Commercial Photography (20 credits)
• Emotion, Media and Culture (20 credits)
• Media and Environment (20 credits)
• Television From Small Screens to Smart Screens (20 credits)
• Graphic Design (20 credits)
• PR Campaign Planning (20 credits)
• Disruptive Publishing (20 credits)
• Exploring PR, social media and influencers (20 credits)
• Live Music and Media (20 credits)
• Live Radio Production (20 credits)

Professional Placement Year (optional)

• Professional Placement (120 credits)

Final Year

• Creative Production 3 (20 credits)
• Major Project Preparation (20 credits)
• Major Project - Dissertation (40 credits)
• Major Project - Hybrid (40 credits)
• Major Project - Production (40 credits)

Optional Modules (Final Year)

• Media Activism (20 credits)
• Understanding Social Media: Practices, Cultures and Debates (20 credits)
• Digital Futures (20 credits)
• Creative Camera (20 credits)
• Radio Station (20 credits)
• Audio Drama and Podcast Writing (20 credits)
• Audience and User Experience (20 credits)
• Gender, Sexuality and the Body (20 credits)
• Race, Media and Culture (20 credits)
• Popular Music Narratives (20 credits)
• Media Production Company (20 credits)
• Communication in Action (20 credits)
• Feature Writing for News Media (20 credits)

Entry Requirements

• 112 UCAS Tariff points
• A Level: 112 UCAS Tariff points / BBC (or equivalent)
• AS Level: Must be in a different subject to A Levels
• A maximum of four subjects will be considered
• Pearson BTEC (Diploma / Extended Diploma/ Extended Certificate): 112 UCAS Tariff points
• Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications
• Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications
• T Level: Merit overall
• Access to HE Diploma: Pass with 60 credits, 45 credits at level 3
• OCR Cambridge Technical qualifications: 112 UCAS Tariff points
• NCFE CACHE Level 3 qualifications: 112 UCAS Tariff points
• WJEC Level 3 qualifications: 112 UCAS Tariff points
• Irish Leaving Certificate (Highers): Minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff points, achieved in five Higher level subjects
• Scottish Higher / Advanced Higher: 112 UCAS Tariff points from three Advanced Highers (CCD) or two Advanced Highers (CD) plus two Highers (CC)
• Welsh Baccalaureate: 112 UCAS Tariff points
• UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma: Merit overall
• Foundation Studies (Art and Design, and Art, Design and Media): Distinction overall

Fees and How to Apply

• UK students: £9,535 in 2026/27
• International students: £18,570 in 2026/27
• Apply through UCAS or directly to the University

Facilities and Staff

• The Media Centre at The Parkside Building
• Four TV studios, including a large green screen studio
• Post-production suites with Avid editing systems
• Dubbing suites with multi-layered ProTools desks
• Staff are established media professionals with industry experience

Employability

• The course aims to prepare students for a career in the fast-paced world of media and broadcasting
• Students develop industry-specific skills and transferable skills
• Opportunities for work placements and masterclasses with industry professionals
• High employability rates, with 90% of students in work or further study 15 months after graduation

Research Areas

• Media and Cultural Studies
• Broadcast Media
• Digital Media
• Media Production
• Media and Society
• Media and Culture

Additional Information

• The course is accredited by the Royal Television Society (RTS)
• The University has a strong reputation for producing work-ready, highly skilled graduates
• The course is designed to equip students with the skills and attitude needed to adapt and change in line with industry demands.