Creative Film, Television and Digital Media Production

University of Northampton
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Digital media, production, and technologyMedia studiesPR and communications

A-Level Entry

BCC

UCAS Points

112 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£25,000

About this course

Why study Creative Film, TV and Digital Media Production at the University of Northampton?

Creative Film, TV and Digital Media Production BA (Hons) covers hands-on production modules, including short film, TV studio broadcasting, documentary-making and creative video production. You will develop production skills in editing, directing, script writing, camerawork and sound.

The course is designed to enable you to play a full role in the modern digital media world through the experience you will gain and the portfolio of work you will produce. The course develops independent and informed creative professionals and in your final year you can elect to set up as freelance creative, social enterprise or company through our ‘Working in the Creative Industries’ module, which aims to equip you for direct employment upon graduation. You will also have an opportunity to produce work for clients, undertake work experience, produce a major media project or develop a script for potential funding.

Key highlights:

  • Tailor your degree to your individual needs and interests – from directing and script writing to music videos and studio producers.

  • Course accredited by JAMES.

  • Self-identified pathways.

  • Use broadcast recording equipment, studios and editing facilities while learning from practising industry professionals and researchers.

  • Masterclasses with industry practitioners.

  • Hands-on, practice-based study reinforced by media theory.

    By studying at the University of Northampton, you can be sure that:

  • You will experience student life at the University’s £330 million Waterside Campus. Come along to an Open Day and find out more.

  • Students enrolling on this course at Northampton will be provided with their own brand new laptop* to keep at no additional cost. All sports clubs and societies are free to join at Northampton and every essential course text book is available via the library, meaning you won’t have to purchase copies. For more information on this visit our website (northampton.ac.uk/benefits).

  • At UON we guarantee a room in our Halls of Residence for all new full-time, first year students who apply and accept their room offer by June 2025 - and we won't ask for a deposit for September 2025**.

  • Our expert academics teach in small groups supported with one to one assistance. Our academics and students form a tight bond, providing individualised support and guidance whilst challenging students academically.

  • Whatever your ambitions, we’re here to help you to achieve them. We’ll support you to identify the skills you’re learning during your course, find your strengths and secure practical experience so that when it comes to applying for jobs or further study you’ll feel confident in standing out from the crowd.

    The Northampton Employment Promise

    We’re so confident in our careers and employability support that if you achieve at least a 2:2 degree and complete either our Employability Plus Gold programme or achieve a Changemaker Gold Certificate during your time studying with us, but still haven’t secured full-time employment 12 months after graduating, we will secure a three – six month paid internship for you or support you into postgraduate study.

    ✱ eligibility criteria and terms and conditions apply. See northampton.ac.uk/benefits for more information ✱✱ eligibility criteria apply. See northampton.ac.uk/student-life/accommodation/ for more information

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades BCC
    UCAS Tariff Points 112 points
    Scottish Higher BBBB
    BTEC DMM

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
    2126 Aerospace engineers
    3116 Planning, process and production technicians
    2122 Mechanical engineers
    3115 Quality assurance technicians
    2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Northampton
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Digital media, production, and technology, Media studies, PR and communications
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £25,000

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    University of Northampton

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