Media and Performance - BA (Hons)
University of Salford
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As you progress through your studies, you’ll have the chance to explore performance and media within a unique range of contexts, from radio production and performance, to scriptwriting, directing, producing and screen acting. You’ll also take part in video drama projects led by professional directors and industry leaders.What’s more, your final year project will give you the opportunity to specialise in the area of media or performance that interests you most. So, whether your interests lie ...Read more

As you progress through your studies, you’ll have the chance to explore performance and media within a unique range of contexts, from radio production and performance, to scriptwriting, directing, producing and screen acting. You’ll also take part in video drama projects led by professional directors and industry leaders.What’s more, your final year project will give you the opportunity to specialise in the area of media or performance that interests you most. So, whether your interests lie behind the camera or in front of the microphone, you’ll be creating cutting-edge media and live performance while building a portfolio of work to establish yourself as a professional.You will:Study with highly skilled professional practitioners to create cutting-edge media and live performance in a vibrant city with a fantastic theatre, arts and music sceneStudy a course which has produced household names such as Jason Manford, Steve Edge, Emma Atkins, Warren Brown, Erin Shannagher and Peter KayHave the opportunity to engage with the industry through networking, masterclasses and a suite of professional development opportunities

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93/279
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25th
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79th
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Luke
11 Feb 25

Great university. Brilliant library and resources in general...Read more

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Tyreece
28 Nov 23

The equipment at Salford university MCUK is top class including the opportunities they offer while being in media city. the lecturers are helpful although the way the courses are..Read more

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£17,040 per year

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University of Salford
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