BA (Hons) Media Production (with Foundation Year)

What you will study

Each year of the programme is designed to introduce new concepts, skills and theories and progression to the next level will leverage and develop core skills in a cumulative way.

YEAR 1 (FOUNDATION YEAR)

MODULES

• Studio Essentials
• Media Communcation 
• Media Culture
• Personal Project
• The Skills You Need
• Contextual Studies

YEAR 2 (LEVEL 4)

MODULES

• Introduction to Audio Skills
• Introduction to Screen Skills
• Study Skills
• Creative Futures 1 (Employability Portfolio)
• Stock Media Asset Design
• Media Production

YEAR 3 (LEVEL 5)

MODULES

• Studio Production Standards
• Scriptwriting and Storytelling
• Visual Effects
• Audio for Screen Media
• Creative futures
• Research Methods
• Digital Story Telling

YEAR 4 (LEVEL 6)

MODULES

• Dissertation
• Project
• Post-Production
• Client Collaboration
• Creative Futures
• Emergent Media Techniques

The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.

Entry requirements & applying

The academic requirements for the degree are for at least 48-72 UCAS tariff points at GCE A Level or equivalent. Appropriate AS-Level and Level 3 Key Skills qualifications will also be taken into account

Teaching & Assessment

There is a range of assessment methods used for this course including creating music productions, essays, work-based learning, portfolios, reports and presentations.

In addition to lectures and workshops, students on this course are encouraged to explore this vital facility for their own projects to enhance and support learning and development.

All assessments are project-based.

TEACHING AND LEARNING

Wrexham University is committed to supporting our students to maximise their academic potential.

We offer workshops and support sessions in areas such as academic writing, effective note-making and preparing for assignments. Students can book appointments with academic skills tutors dedicated to helping deal with the practicalities of university work. Our student support section has more information on the help available.

In terms of particular needs, the University’s Inclusion Services can provide appropriate guidance and support should any students require reasonable adjustments to be made because of a recognised prevailing disability, medical condition, or specific learning difference.

Career prospects

Our Careers & Employability Service is there to help you make decisions and plan the next steps towards a bright future. From finding work or further study to working out your interests, skills and aspirations, they can provide you with the expert information, advice and guidance you need.

This course will give you the training and expertise to work within one of the many exciting areas of the media broadcast industries. You will develop a variety of skills that will enhance your employability, including skills in:

• Research -we have students who have progressed into FE and HE teaching, also taking research degrees.
• Communication - students have taken careers within radio stations, galleries and audio installation.
• Use of technology - this course gives a wide range of technological opportunities with skills that transfer across a range of creative areas.
• Ability to collaborate - we have placed students at major festivals in Europe
• Project design and management

Careers opportunities include:

• Broadcasting - We have a range of successful broadcasters working for national companies in pre-production, production and post-production.
• Video Production - Establishing their own or working for independent producers on a variety of projects for a wide range of clients.
• Post-production - Video editing and compositing skills are developed throughout the degree and offer a strong foothold for VFX and other Post Production roles.
• Photography - Image capture, both still and video is at the heart of the curriculum and students have gone on to produce a range of photographic work.
• Production and Studio Management - Many opportunities exist for graduates to use their skills for project management and other client commissions.

Fees & funding

You do not have to pay your tuition fees upfront.

The fees you pay and the support available will depend on a number of different factors. Full information can be found on our fees & finance pages. You will also find information about what your fees include in the fee FAQs.

All fees are subject to any changes in government policy, view our undergraduate fees.

Programme specification

You can see the full programme specification here

Accommodation

If you’re looking for a place to stay while you study then take a look at our accommodation pages to get more information on your options, including our on-campus halls of residence Wrexham Village.