Course contact details
Main Contact
Email:HEadmissions@sgscol.ac.uk
Phone:07766 781736
Admissions
Email:HEadmissions@sgscol.ac.uk
Phone:07766 781736
SGS (South Gloucestershire and Stroud College)
Filton Avenue
Filton
Bristol
BS34 7AT
Media Production
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours)
- 3 Years
- Full-Time
- September 2027
- Undergraduate
- University Centre WISE (UCWISE)
- Awarded by:
- University of Gloucestershire
Course summary
Our BA (Hons) Media Production degree is designed to develop your skills and understanding of creative industries. You will be challenged to create content for film, television, social media and corporate media, whilst developing skills in lighting, audio, post-production and photography.
You will develop a thorough knowledge of the various practices and structures that have developed across a range of countries and cultures. You will learn about the interconnectedness of media texts and contexts, the evolution of different genres, aesthetic traditions and forms and how media and communication can be understood in relation to technological change.
Our flexible study programme, involving workshop and project-based study, will help you develop into a professional who is ready to enter industry. We have strong links with industry and as a student you will benefit from guest lectures and workshops from a range of local media companies including Happy Hour Productions and Offspring Films. We also have links with local clients for whom we regularly create content, including a number of Bristol-based charities.
Part-time routes are available. For more information, please email HEadmissions@sgscol.ac.uk
Open Days
Why not visit one of our Campuses for an Open Day. You will have the opportunity to meet tutors and Student Ambassadors. To register interest please go to our website: https://uni.sgscol.ac.uk/open-events
If you are interested in playing for one of our academies, please contact HEadmissions@sgscol.ac.uk and we will pass your details to the appropriate Coaching staff
GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES:
Editor
Director
Camera Operator
Digital Influencer
Media Content Creator
Creative Industry Sector
Modules
Course Modules
Level 4
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Introduction to Media, Culture & Society
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Fundamental Production Skills
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Media Law & Ethics
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Professional Portfolio
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Media Countercultures & Experimental Practices
Level 5
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Working with a Client
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Developing Skills through Practice
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The Role of Media in Culture & Society
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Media Formats
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Collaborative Production
Level 6
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Dissertation / Final Major Project
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Media Enterprise
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Sport Documentary Techniques
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Broadcast Media
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Live Sports Reporting
For more modular information visit: BA (Hons) Media Production | University Centre SGS
Assessment method
Coursework, Practical assignments and Presentations
How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- MP01
- Institution code:
- S55
- Campus name:
- University Centre WISE (UCWISE)
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
UCAS TariffOffer: 80
This can be achieved from a variety of qualifications including A Levels, Diploma's, Access To HE, T Levels, International Baccalaureates and Scottish Highers.
GSCE requirements: GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4. If you do not meet the GCSE Maths requirement there may be an option to study Maths alongside the course.
If you do not have the entry requirements but have sporting experience, we can ask you to complete an Entry Task and an offer may be made based on this.
We recognise the individual nature of each application and our typical offer should be viewed as a guide. SGS welcomes interest from mature applicants who may not have the standard entry requirements. We will consider evidence of your relevant personal, professional or educational experience where it demonstrates an ability and potential to succeed on the course. Please include details of any relevant experience in your application. If English isn't your first language you will need to undertake an IELTS qualification achieving an overall grade of 6 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent) GSCE requirements: GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4.
Entry requirements for students joining Year 2 and 3: Please submit a transcript of modules for consideration. Please contact HEAdmissions@sgscol.ac.uk for more information.
GSCE requirements: GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4. If you do not meet the GCSE Maths requirement there may be an option to study Maths alongside the course.
If you do not have the entry requirements but have sporting experience, we can ask you to complete an Entry Task and an offer may be made based on this.
We recognise the individual nature of each application and our typical offer should be viewed as a guide. SGS welcomes interest from mature applicants who may not have the standard entry requirements. We will consider evidence of your relevant personal, professional or educational experience where it demonstrates an ability and potential to succeed on the course. Please include details of any relevant experience in your application. If English isn't your first language you will need to undertake an IELTS qualification achieving an overall grade of 6 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent) GSCE requirements: GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4.
Entry requirements for students joining Year 2 and 3: Please submit a transcript of modules for consideration. Please contact HEAdmissions@sgscol.ac.uk for more information.
We recognise the individual nature of each application and our typical offer should be viewed as a guide. SGS welcomes interest from mature applicants who may not have the standard entry requirements. We will consider evidence of your relevant personal, professional or educational experience where it demonstrates an ability and potential to succeed on the course. Please include details of any relevant experience in your application.
If English isn't your first language you will need to undertake an IELTS qualification achieving an overall grade of 6 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent)
GSCE requirements: GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4.
Entry requirements for students joining after Year 1: Transcript of results to enable you to Progress to the year applied for
English language requirements
We welcome applications from international and EU students, and accept a range of international qualifications. You will need to take the following English qualification as part of the Visa process: IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component. If you are travelling from and English speaking country this may not be required. Home students are required to achieve GCSE or Functional Skills English at level 4 or a pass.
International entry requirements
International Applicants from a non English speaking will need to undertake an IELTS for UKVI Purposes to apply for a visa. You will need to achieve an overall score of 6.0 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each skill.
You will have to pay 50% of the fee before a Confirmation of Study (CAS) is issued and if you are applying from a country that is not on the UK Government Exempt countries https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/money will have to provide bank statements showing that you have held at least £10, 539 (£1,171 per month for up to 9 months) for 28 consecutive days before we can issue the CAS and The end date of the 28-day period must be within 31 days of the date you apply for your visa. For support with your application please contact HEAdmissions@sgscol.ac.uk https://www.gov.uk/student-visa
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9500* | |
| EU & International | £13750* |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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