BA (Hons) Film and Media Practice

This innovative course will teach you the skills and knowledge required to pursue a successful career in film and media practice. You'll learn about the historical, cultural, and industrial contexts of film and media, as well as the practical skills needed to create your own films and media content. Through a combination of lectures, workshops, and practical projects, you'll gain a deep understanding of the medium and be able to apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios. Our faculty is comprised of experienced industry professionals who will provide guidance and mentorship throughout the program.

Additional Information

Our course is designed to give you a well-rounded education in film and media practice, covering topics such as screenwriting, directing, editing, sound design, and visual effects. You'll also have access to state-of-the-art equipment and software, including high-definition cameras, digital editing suites, and audio mixing studios. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with fellow students on real-world film and media projects, giving you valuable experience in a professional production environment.

Join Birkbeck University of London for an Unparalleled Film and Media Education

Birkbeck University of London is a world-renowned institution for film and media studies, offering a rich history of academic excellence and industry connections. Our faculty has produced many successful alumni who have gone on to achieve great things in the field, and we are committed to providing the same high-quality education to all of our students. By studying with us, you'll be part of a vibrant community of film and media enthusiasts who are passionate about creating exciting and innovative content.

Our BA Film and Media Practice introduce you to the academic study of film, television, screenwriting, and digital media, with an emphasis on developing your creative skills in a range of practice-oriented modules.

You will combine practical work and critical thinking in your experience and understanding of:

filmmaking

television production and transmedia

screenwriting

digital media design and editing.

Through a range of practical exercises, you will learn new skills in image and sound editing, in developing script projects and digital media strategies, while enhancing your writing, research, and presentation skills as a creative professional.

The degree will equip you with core knowledge and practice-based skills for work in film and media organizations and in the creative industries. You will learn how technology, business, and human creativity have forged our contemporary media world and will be challenged to engage critically and imaginatively with a wide variety of film/media forms and styles from around the world and from different historical periods.

Graduates can pursue career paths in film and television companies, museums and galleries, arts administration, and teaching. Possible professions include:

program researcher (broadcasting/film/video)

museum/gallery curator

arts administrator

higher education lecturer.

We offer a comprehensive Careers Service - Birkbeck Futures - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education, and future ambitions.

UCAS TARIFF POINTS

96-120 points (e.g. A-levels CCC-BBB)

The UCAS tariff score is applicable to you if you have recently studied a qualification that has a UCAS tariff equivalence. UCAS provides a tariff calculator for you to work out what your qualification is worth within the UCAS tariff.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.