University of Sunderland

BA (Hons) Film and Media Full-time

University of SunderlandOn campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

Love film and all aspects of media? Study film and media theory alongside practical-based modules in film production. Apply critical thinking and analysis, and develop the transferable skills of problem solving, communication, and presentation.

Combine academic research with practical application. Develop the talents to join an exciting and ever-changing industry. You can do a research-based placement, write a script, or produce video essays.

Cover the historical contexts and contemporary debates in film, media, and culture. Explore the relationships between film and media content and real-world impact. You’ll work with research-active academics and study alongside scriptwriters, film makers, and media practitioners.

Share, discuss, challenge, and explore your passion for film, TV, and other aspects of the media with like-minded people.

Key highlights

  • Combines film and media theory with practical film production modules
  • Option of a research-based placement, scriptwriting or video essays
  • Covers historical contexts and contemporary debates in film, media and culture
  • Explores how film and media content creates real-world impact
  • Taught by research-active academics alongside scriptwriters and film makers
  • Builds problem solving, communication and presentation skills

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 96-112 — Our typical offer is 96-112 UCAS Tariff points, from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A Levels, T Levels, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Dip…
  • GCSE: C or above — You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above.

Scholarships

  • Douglas Clasper Elite Sports Scholarship

    The scholarship will award the following in each year of study (based on academic progression): £2,000 cash payment; a tuition fee discount of 20%; a 20% discount on university-managed accommodation.

  • East Durham College Partnership Award

    This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study, helping you access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £1,500
  • First Choice Travel Award

    This award provides £500 cash in your first year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping students access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £500
  • Global Leaders Scholarship

    £6,000 tuition fee reduction for undergraduates, £4,000 for MPharm Pharmacy students, or £5,500 tuition fee reduction (postgraduates).

  • Helen McArdle Nursing Scholarship

    There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,200 in each year of study.

    Up to £1,200
  • Interview Travel Reimbursement

    Up to £100

  • Open Day Travel Reimbursement

    Up to £100

  • Sir Bob Murray Health Scholarship (Psychology)

    There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,000 in your first year of study.

    Up to £1,000
  • Sunderland College Award

    Our Sunderland College Award provides £1,500 plus a £250 voucher, in each year of continuous study. This will support you financially throughout your time at university.

  • Tees Valley Travel Award

    This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping you access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £1,500
  • The Mary and Brian Archer Experience Scholarships

    Up to £750.

Careers this course leads to

  • Film maker
  • Scriptwriter
  • Video producer
  • Media researcher
  • Film critic
  • Content creator

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £17,500 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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