Program Overview

Media and Broadcast Production

Overview

This pathway is for those interested in careers in creative broadcast programme and media making for television, radio, journalism, podcasts, VR, Immersive media and other new and emerging digital media platforms. This degree aims to introduce you to the widest possible experience of modern broadcasting and media production combined with critical thinking and excellent online skills.

Course Structure

The BA in Media & Broadcast Production is taught through an equal mix of hands-on production modules and critical theory modules, with increasing flexibility at levels 2 and 3.

Stage 1

In their first year students will undertake 6 compulsory modules, covering a range of the theory and skills required to succeed in this career.

• Broadcast Analysis
• Broadcast Production Skills
• Sound Recording and Production
• Broadcast Storytelling
• Editing for Screen

Stage 2

Four compulsory modules at stage 2 develop the skills and knowledge that students gained at stage 1, and practise the application of those skills to the various popular genres within broadcast media.

• Broadcast Journalism
• Radio and Podcast Production
• The Television Programme
• Popular Genres

Students can then choose a further two optional modules, exploring aspects of broadcast media and the contexts in which they are produced in further detail.

Stage 3 Modules

In the final year, students will plan and develop a broadcast media project for 50% of their time. Many students also choose to take a work-based learning module, working in an external broadcasting agency and developing their skills for application in the workplace.

People Teaching You

Mr Frank Delaney

Subject Lead and Senior Lecturer

Frank Delaney is an award-winning national and international television and radio producer, director, writer, editor, sound designer and composer. He has produced work for BBC, Channel 4, RTE, National Geographic, Discovery Channel, MTV, CNN and PBS USA among many others. His work has been seen on most European channels and has been broadcast across the globe. Frank still produces leading work alongside his teaching at Queen’s University Belfast and maintains his contacts and connections to industry.

Contact Teaching Hours

• Small Group Teaching/Personal Tutorial: 2 hours (maximum)
• Large Group Teaching: 6 hours (maximum)
• Medium Group Teaching: 6 hours (maximum)
• Personal Study: 24 hours (maximum)

Learning and Teaching

On the BA Media & Broadcast Production programme we provide a range of learning experiences which enable our students to engage with subject experts, develop attributes and perspectives that will equip them for life and work in a global society and make use of innovative technologies and a world class library that enhances their development as independent, lifelong learners.

• E-learning technologies
• Lectures
• Practicals and workshops
• Self-directed study
• Seminars and tutorials
• Supervised projects

Assessment

The teaching is carried out by academics and practising programme makers, journalists, theorists, and industry mentors. This degree prepares students for either successful careers in the television and broadcasting industries, or to continue their study at MA and PhD level, all in the context of a Russell Group University.

• Students will create an extensive portfolio of work during their degree, all of which will be assessed on an ongoing basis.

Feedback

As students progress through their course at Queen’s they will receive general and specific feedback about their work from a variety of sources including lecturers, module co-ordinators, placement supervisors, personal tutors, advisers of study and peer review processes.

• Feedback provided via formal written comments and marks relating to work that you, as an individual or as part of a group, have submitted.
• Face to face comment.
• Placement employer comments or references.
• Online or emailed comment.
• General comments or question and answer opportunities at the end of a lecture, seminar or tutorial.
• Pre-submission advice regarding the standards you should aim for and common pitfalls to avoid.

Facilities

World class facilities are available to students studying Media & Broadcast Production at QUB. The school is an Avid Learning Partner and as such offers industry standard teaching built in to specialist modules across the programme.

• A television studio with industry standard LED lighting
• Online and offline editing suites
• Radio studios
• Sound post production and mixing facilities
• Green screen
• Substantial equipment needed for the creation of virtual reality content

What Our Academics Say

"A graduate from this course will attain the wide range of critical, academic and practical skills to help them successfully transition into a career in the broadcasting and/or media production industries. Students will experience a wide range of production techniques, skills and styles including still and moving image photography, TV studio and location camera and lighting skills, editing for still and moving image, sound recording and audio post production skills."

Career Prospects

A degree in Media & Broadcast Production gives students a distinct advantage as they enter the workplace. This highly practical course will allow you to build up a portfolio of work for you to share with potential employers.

• Employment after the Course
• Employment Links
• Alumni Success

What Employers Say

"When people come to a newsroom now, they are expected to master a whole load of disciplines. We multi skill, we get people to do a bit of everything, that really works for us as a model and means that people are really empowered to take ownership of their videos, this course will be fantastic at encouraging this."

Prizes and Awards

Every second year we award the Anjool Malde award for Broadcast Journalism.

• The Jonny Bramley Award to the best Level 3 Broadcast Media Project submission

Degree Plus/Future Ready Award for Extra-Curricular Skills

In addition to your degree programme, at Queen's you can have the opportunity to gain wider life, academic and employability skills.

Tuition Fees

Northern Ireland (NI): £4,855 Republic of Ireland (ROI): £4,855 England, Scotland or Wales (GB): £9,535 EU Other: £22,400 International: £22,400

Additional Course Costs

An Avid Authorised Training Manual for Media Composer is required at level 1 at a cost of approximately £45.

How to Apply

Application for admission to full-time undergraduate and sandwich courses at the University should normally be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Full information can be obtained from the UCAS website at:

Terms and Conditions

The terms and conditions that apply when you accept an offer of a place at the University on a taught programme of study. Queen's University Belfast Terms and Conditions.

Additional Information for International (non-EU) Students

Applying through UCAS, Applying direct, Applying through agents and partners.

English Language Requirements

An IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each test component or an equivalent acceptable qualification.

Scholarships

Each year, we offer a range of scholarships and prizes for new students. Information on scholarships available.

International Scholarships

Information on scholarships for international students, is available at

How Do I Fund My Study?

There are different tuition fee and student financial support arrangements for students from Northern Ireland, those from England, Scotland and Wales (Great Britain), and those from the rest of the European Union.

Information on funding options and financial assistance for undergraduate students is available at

Student Accommodation

The most affordable, purpose-built student accommodation in Belfast.