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BA (Hons) Media Production

Bournemouth University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Media Production course at Bournemouth University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the media production process, from concept to distribution. Students will learn how to create and produce media content across various platforms, including television, film, radio, and online media. The course covers all aspects of media production, including scriptwriting, directing, editing, sound design, and post-production. Students will also gain an understanding of the media industry and the role of technology in the production process. Throughout the course, students will work on real-world projects, collaborating with peers to develop their skills and knowledge. By the end of the course, students will have produced a portfolio of work that showcases their abilities as a media producer.

Additional Information

The BA (Hons) Media Production course is designed for students who are passionate about creating and producing media content. The course covers both theoretical and practical aspects of media production, providing students with a well-rounded understanding of the industry. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including television studios, editing suites, and sound studios. The course is delivered by experienced lecturers who are practitioners in their field, ensuring that students receive the most up-to-date and relevant information possible.

Discover the Media Production Hub at Bournemouth University

Bournemouth University is a leading institution for media production education. Located on the south coast of England, the university offers stunning sea views and a vibrant cultural atmosphere. The university's media department has a strong reputation for producing talented media professionals who go on to successful careers in the industry. Students at Bournemouth University have access to a wide range of resources, including professional equipment, software, and collaboration spaces. The university also has strong industry connections, providing students with opportunities for internships, work experience, and networking.

Why You Should Study This Course

  • Work with real clients, creating artifacts that impact and enhance the world around you. 

  • Access specialist facilities, including kit, post-production suites, and a sound stage 

  • Develop a dynamic range of skills across several disciplines, including film, audio production, and platform development 

  • Learn from practicing professionals and researchers and benefit from their industry connections through guest speakers and workshops 

  • Specialize during your Graduate Production Project, allowing you to develop a piece of work in whichever media form suits your career aspirations, giving you a calling card to the industry upon graduation

  • Within 15 months of completing their course, 96% of our students were employed or in further study.

General Eligibility

This course requires 104–120 UCAS tariff points, including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. We are happy to consider a combination of qualifications and grades to meet the overall tariff, for example, A-levels A*CC, ABC, BBB or BCC, BTECs DDM, or DMM.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week

What You'll Study

1 Final year
  • Industry Research Project

  • Specialist Craft Skills

  • Ideas Development & Research

  • The Graduate Production Project

  • Career Pathways

2 Foundation Year (optional)
  • Academic & Professional Practice

  • Collaborative Communication Project

  • Media & Current Debates

  • Media Work

3 Year 1
  • Media Scholarship

  • Digital Film

  • Audio Production

  • Scriptwriting

  • Digital Media Design

  • Understanding Media

4 Year 2
  • Media Perspectives

  • Factual: Form & Content

  • Fiction: Form & Content

  • Work in Media Industries

  • Stories & Spaces

  • Client & Audience

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component or equivalent.

Additional Information

Optional placement year The placement element of the course is mandatory – but its duration depends on the length of your degree. You’ll have the option to complete a four-week placement if you take the three-year version of the course or a 30-week (minimum) post on the four-year version. The placement is critical in helping you develop your abilities and understanding of media production; it also provides a platform for successful entry into the profession following graduation.

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