Film & Media and Politics

The UK film industry is growing, estimated to increase by 4% from 2022 to 2026 (source: UK Film Industry Statistics 2023) helped by streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime. The industry welcomes all kinds of filmmakers from small studios making indie films, to big companies creating blockbusters. Everyone can find their place in UK film.

The city of Stirling has received funding for a high-tech film studio, which will benefit our students. The new facilities are expected to attract major TV and movie production companies, as well as providing career opportunities for those keen to join or further their positions in the film and media industry.

What you'll learn

At the University of Stirling, we are a leader in film and media studies. You will:

• learn from experts about film history and theory;

• get hands-on with audio production and video editing;

• experience documentary filmmaking and screenwriting;

• explore podcasting and digital media.

Hands-on experience

You'll use real industry equipment and:

• work in our state-of-the-art newsroom;

• create shows for our campus TV and radio stations;

• join our filmmaking and videography society.

Expert teaching

• Learn from experts in film and media studies, with significant industry experience.

• Meet industry experts who visit regularly, including guests from the BBC, Sky TV and popular podcasts.

• Get real-world insights to prepare you for your career through networking and project work.

Politics permeates every aspect of our lives – shaping our opinions, informing our decisions and helping us to understand what motivates people.

When you study Politics at the University of Stirling, you’ll increase your awareness of the different political systems, ideologies and policies that impact people’s lives regionally, nationally and globally. We’re ranked among the best universities for Politics in Scotland, and are highly regarded for our strong, research-led approach to teaching.

A Politics degree helps you develop the intellectual, communication and analytical skills employers are looking for. You’ll open the door to a wide range of career opportunities – from politics itself, to connected arenas such as commerce, civil service, journalism, law and teaching. There are also plenty of opportunities to broaden your horizons by studying abroad during your course, including through our Politics-specific partnership with the University of Gothenburg in Sweden.

Enhance your understanding of how the world works, and gain the skills you need to play your part in shaping it with a Politics degree from the University of Stirling.