Course Overview

The course blends media studies with theatre and has a strong emphasis on practice. With the opportunity to study audio and visual production, print journalism, digital media, and media practice, you will develop key skills and techniques for the production and critique of audio-visual material. The Theatre part of the course includes a wide range of practice, including community theatre, acting skills, and solo and group performance. This course provides a solid grounding in the theoretical, technical, and practical skills required of a future professional.

There has never been a more exciting time to be studying and practicing media and theatre. Make a profession of your passion with this exciting degree course which is aimed at students who want to study media theory in the fields of film, television, radio, digital media, and advertising, as well as theatre and theatre practice.

Media Studies with Theatre and Performance at Bangor will offer you the opportunity to combine different theoretical aspects of the discipline with the chance to create original productions and performance pieces both as an individual and as a member of a group or ensemble. Our seasoned professionals will encourage you to express yourself to the full as well as give you a solid grounding in the practical and theoretical aspects of the discipline, including performing, directing, producing, writing, and devising.

Taught by leading analysts and practitioners, we will prepare you for opportunities within the media, theatre, and other creative industries. Media and theatre staff in the School are practicing professionals and consultants, and have a range of research interests including theatre practice, acting and performing, advertising, media regulation, privacy, digital journalism, political communication, online journalism, professional writing, comics, visual culture, gaming, virtual worlds, global media, social networks, and documentary.

Nestled in a breathtaking location between the Snowdonia mountains and the sea, Bangor is the perfect place to experiment, create, make, think and analyze. The Media department is situated at the heart of the University campus, offering a close-knit and friendly community alongside the bustle of cafes, shops, and city life.

Bangor is the site for a range of Creative Industries conferences, video conferences, and events. It is a regular site for visiting creative writers, filmmakers, journalists, designers, dramatists, new media makers, and more, and encourages students to engage widely with their creative interests beyond the realms of formal coursework.

General Eligibility

We accept students with a wide range of qualifications and backgrounds and consider each application individually.

All students need to have good basic skills and the University also values IT and communication skills.

As part of the University’s policy, we consider applications from prospective disabled students on the same grounds as all other students.

UCAS Code - P3WL

Part Time Work Details

The 20 hours is total hours. It is not per job. If you hold multiple part-time jobs then the total hours of all the work you are doing added together.

Language Requirement

• Bangor University also recognizes Non-SELT Tests and Online Tests as mentioned below for direct entry to its degree programs.  

  Also, scores lower than the IELTS 6.0 equivalent in any of these non-SELT and Online tests.