BA (Hons) Theatre, Film and Media

This course offers a unique blend of practical and theoretical study in the fields of theatre, film, and media. Students will learn about the historical, cultural, and social contexts of these art forms, as well as the technical skills required to create and produce them. The course is designed to give students a broad understanding of the industry and prepare them for careers in theatre, film, and media production.

Additional Information

Our teaching team includes experienced professionals from the fields of theatre, film, and media, who bring their expertise and passion to the classroom. Our close ties with the London theatre and film industry provide students with access to a wide range of resources and opportunities for networking.

Join Birkbeck University of London for an unparalleled learning experience that will prepare you for a successful career in theatre, film, or media.

Birkbeck University of London is one of the top institutions for theatre, film, and media studies in the UK. Our location in central London provides easy access to the vibrant cultural scene, including numerous theatres, cinemas, and production companies. Our academic staff are leaders in their fields and have a strong track record of producing innovative research.

When you study this BA Theatre, Film, and Media at Birkbeck, you will investigate how theatre and film practices shape the world, learning from world-leading academics while based in the heart of central London’s vibrant cultural scene.

You will explore theatre histories and theories in depth alongside the many ways in which it is possible to tell stories. From the perspectives of spectator and practitioner, you will examine theatre and screen media in context and test the intersections between life and the recorded. Option modules offer you knowledge of other areas of the arts, literature, and languages, or the opportunity to produce your own creative work independently and in collaboration with others.

Throughout your degree, you will visit the world’s most exciting theatre institutions and analyze live and digital performances. Your final full-length dissertation project examines a topic of your choosing under the guidance of our world-leading theatre and film specialists.

Graduates can pursue career paths in theatre, journalism, education, film and media production, and the creative arts. Possible professions include:

author

journalist

arts administrator

charity officer

theatre director

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

96-128 points (e.g. A-levels CCC-ABB)

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.