Creative and Cultural Industries BA (Hons)
University of Manchester
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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The Creative and Cultural Industries (CCIs) programme offers a profound and captivating journey into the performing and visual arts by exploring the dynamic landscapes of music, film, fashion, TV, gaming, and publishing. It equips students with the expertise to excel in leadership roles, drive strategic initiatives, influence policies, and promote entrepreneurship within the realm of creative and cultural sectors.In the first year of study, youll learn the basics of cultural production through ...Read more

The Creative and Cultural Industries (CCIs) programme offers a profound and captivating journey into the performing and visual arts by exploring the dynamic landscapes of music, film, fashion, TV, gaming, and publishing. It equips students with the expertise to excel in leadership roles, drive strategic initiatives, influence policies, and promote entrepreneurship within the realm of creative and cultural sectors.In the first year of study, you'll learn the basics of cultural production through exploring different industries and strategies. In the second year, you will develop critical thinking skills and tailor your studies by choosing specialised topics of interest. In the final year, you can either do a research project or a practical project. Alongside the core modules, there will be options to pick additional modules from across the School of Arts, Languages, and Cultures, meaning you can explore subjects such as sustainability, leadership, and business.There will also be opportunities to gain valuable industry experience through an extended placement during your third year which will be overseen by both the host organisation and your academic mentor.

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63/101
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Entry requirements

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A level:

AAB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Scottish Advanced Higher:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3,D3,D3 Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

35 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DD Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):

D Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDD Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

D Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

AAB, including a Grade A in an essay-based arts, humanities or social science subject. General Studies is welcomed but not normally included as part of the standard offer.Typical Contextual Offer: ABC, including a Grade A in an essay-based arts, humanities or social science subject for applicants who meet our contextual offer criteria. For further information and to check eligibility visit our Contextual Offers page. General Studies is welcomed but not normally included as part of the standard offer.

We normally require grades AABBB in Scottish Highers.  Applicants offering a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers should contact us for further advice.

We normally require grades AABBB in Scottish Highers.  Applicants offering a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers should contact us for further advice.

We require a QAA-recognised Access to HE Diploma (a minimum of 60 credits overall with at least 45 at Level 3), with merit or distinction in a subject area relevant to the chosen course.The specific course requirements are a minimum of 36 credits with a Distinction grade all in an arts, humanities or social science subject with 9 credits at Merit.

We consider applicants offering Pre-U Principal Subjects, or a mix of Pre-U and A Level subjects, provided a minimum of three distinct subjects overall is taken.Candidates taking Pre-U principal subjects in conjunction with A levels are expected to achieve a combination equivalent D3, D3, D3 in the Pre-U or AAA at A level in three distinct subjects.

The University recognises the benefit of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. We strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement. For this programme, as well as the regular conditions of offer, we may make students who are currently taking or completed the EPQ an alternative offer. For this course it would be AAB including A in an essay-based subject plus the Extended Project at Grade A.

35 points overall. 6,6,5 in Higher Level subjects.

We consider the National Diploma for entry, preferably in a subject relevant to this course.  Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Diploma with grades Distinction, Distinction, plus one A-level at Grade A in an essay-based arts, humanities or social science subject.

We consider the National Extended Certificate for entry, preferably in a subject relevant to this course.  Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Certificate with a Distinction grade, PLUS two A-levels at Grades AA; one of which must be in an essay-based arts, humanities or social science subject.

We consider the National Extended Diploma for entry, preferably in a subject relevant to this course.  Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Diploma with grades Dist, Dist, Dist, plus one A-level at Grade A in an essay-based arts, humanities or social science subject.

We consider the National Foundation Diploma for entry, preferably in a subject relevant to this course.  Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Foundation Diploma with a Distinction grade, PLUS one A-level at Grade A in an essay-based arts, humanities or social science subject, PLUS an EPQ or AS at Grade B.

The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and usually requires two A Levels or equivalent to be included within this.  The minimum grade required will normally be the same as the lowest grade listed in the A Level entry requirements.

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