Media Production MA
Birmingham City University
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MA - Master of Arts

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City Centre Campus (Millennium Point)

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SEP-26

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This masters course is designed to equip you with the professional skills necessary to succeed in the digital media production industry, while grounding your knowledge in production theory. For those who already have industry experience, or are looking to change career path, the course provides the chance to learn additional skills and apply professional media practice to your existing resume. Whats covered in this course? You will gain a comprehensive understanding of visual and audio mediums ...Read more

This master's course is designed to equip you with the professional skills necessary to succeed in the digital media production industry, while grounding your knowledge in production theory. For those who already have industry experience, or are looking to change career path, the course provides the chance to learn additional skills and apply professional media practice to your existing resume. What's covered in this course? You will gain a comprehensive understanding of visual and audio mediums and their ongoing evolution. The course embeds professional practice throughout its curriculum, preparing you for careers across a range of digital media, including contemporary online platforms as well as established television and radio broadcasting. You will be encouraged to apply academic thinking to evaluate the current state of digital media, and critically reflect on your performance. Throughout your studies, you will be supported by experienced academic staff, such as documentary producer Sam Coley and television producer Emily Rushmer. You will have access to Adobe Creative Cloud applications and our state-of-the-art facilities at the Parkside campus, including radio and TV studios, VR and Motion Capture equipment, 360 Cameras, and audio and video editing suites. A full range of video and still cameras, lighting, and audio recording equipment will be available for hire, to help you complete your course work. If you have an interest in video production, you will develop an in-depth understanding of production processes and explore online content development and distribution. Students with an interest in audio production will build skills in sound design, multitrack editing, and audio mastering, with opportunities to create podcasts, on-demand content, or traditional radio documentaries and features. The course includes training in live studio production and presentation skills, along with techniques for creating targeted content for social media platforms. The course encourages aspiring freelancers to develop their entrepreneurial and networking abilities to help launch a professional career. Specialist production modules are designed to mirror industry approaches, requiring teamwork for some assessments. This practical approach has enabled numerous recent MA students to transition seamlessly into professional production roles. The course provides a comprehensive blend of practical experience, theoretical knowledge, and professional development, to ensure you are well-prepared for a career in the digital media production industry.

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78/279
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48th
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103rd
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Maddie
03 Mar 26

It has good facilities, especially equipment for filmmaking. Tutors are easy to contact and helpful with feedback. To improve, maybe more specific access to equipment, for..Read more

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Fu
25 Feb 26

So far so good. Surviving..Read more

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Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent, in media studies, media production, media communication, film and television studies, radio and audio courses, performing arts or theatre, public relations, journalism, English, creative writing and screen writing.Prior experience of work in television, radio, online content production or other media related areas is useful, but not essential.Your achievements should clearly demonstrate a keen interest in the field of media production and you are advised to read around the subject of media and to explore examples. Your application should demonstrate your ability to generate and develop ideas, as judged by the MA team.We welcome non-traditional applications, particularly from applicants with substantial professional or production experience.

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£10,350 per year

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£18,970 per year

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£18,970 per year

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It has good facilities, especially equipment for filmmaking. Tutors are easy to contact and helpful with feedback. To improve, maybe more specific access to equipment, for...
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Media Production MA
So far so good. Surviving...
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