Media, Film and Journalism (with Foundation Year)

Highlights

Our foundation year is designed to prepare you for degree-level study, offering a supportive and welcoming environment where you'll feel confident and encouraged every step of the way. Our facilities offer everything you need to unleash your creativity - plus, you’ll have access to an extensive loan service for digital recorders, video cameras, still cameras, and more. Our Arts and Innovation centre, Pontio, hosts our annual media showcase and its cinema runs a range of industry events by the likes of the British Film Institute and Film Wales Network.

Study in a stunning location that sure to inspire, North Wales regularly attracts major film and TV production companies to shoot here, such as HBO, Netflix, the BBC and S4C.

Course overview

Our BA (Hons) Media, Film and Journalism with Foundation Year provides an alternative route into undergraduate study, if for example, you don’t have the necessary qualifications or cannot meet the entry requirements to begin the standard three-year degree. The additional foundation year helps you better prepare for degree-level study, giving you a taste of learning at this higher level. On successful completion, you will join Year 1 of the BA (Hons) Media, Film and Journalism programme.

Where better to study the creative arts than at a University with its own Arts and Innovation Centre, Pontio, set in a location which regularly attracts major film and TV production companies, such as HBO, Netflix, the BBC and S4C? We have strong connections with working film studios and access to broadcasting companies such as BBC Wales on our doorstep. Choosing a degree in Media, Film and Journalism is your chance to develop a unique creative voice while gaining the skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience to thrive in today’s media industry.

Whether you want to work in film, television, radio, digital media, advertising, journalism, or public relations, this course equips you with the tools to make an impact and stand out in a competitive industry. Taught by leading analysts and practitioners, staff within the School regularly engage with research in advertising, media regulation, privacy, political communication, gender, visual culture, gaming, global media, social networks, publishing and documentaries. Read more Course options

Placement year

What is the Placement Year? This exciting opportunity allows you to spend a year working with a self-sourced, professional organisation relevant to your studies. You'll typically start between June and September of your second year and finish by the following June or September.

Placements can be UK-based or even overseas. Why choose a Placement Year? Gain practical experience that complements your academic learning Make valuable industry contacts that could open doors for future careers Strengthen your employability by gaining real-world experience.

How does the Placement Year work? With dedicated support from your Academic School and our Careers and Employability Services, you will be fully equipped to find the perfect placement to complement your degree. We will guide you through the process of securing and finalising your placement arrangements.

Is the Placement Year for you? There is no need to decide now. You will have the chance to explore the Placement Year option after starting your course at Bangor University.

We'll provide all the information you need to make an informed decision. Ready to find out more? Discover the exciting work experience opportunities available by visiting the Work Experience During Your Degree section on our website.

International Experience Year What is the International Experience Year? Take your studies to the next level and graduate with ‘International Experience' in your degree title. This degree offers an optional additional International Experience Year, giving you the chance to spend a year abroad.

Why choose an International Experience Year? Expand your horizons and gain a fresh perspective by…