Media Production

Media production is the practical and creative discipline concerned with making content across a range of formats including film, television, radio, podcast, digital video and online media. It encompasses pre-production planning, camera work, sound recording, editing, motion graphics and the production workflows that take a project from initial concept through to finished output. At degree level, media production combines the technical skills of production with research capability, critical awareness of how media works as a cultural and commercial system, and the creative and professional judgement to make effective editorial decisions.

At the University of the West of England, Bristol you will study media production over three years of full-time study, developing strong production and research skills alongside the ability to identify and develop your particular areas of interest within the broad field. A sandwich year and integrated work placement provide substantial professional experience, positioning you within the real media industry during your studies and building the professional connections and portfolio that media careers depend on. The typical tariff of 120 reflects a programme accessible to students who bring genuine creative drive and production interest from a range of backgrounds, and UWE Bristol's location in one of the UK's most vibrant creative cities provides a rich context for media education.

Graduates work in television and film production, digital journalism, podcasting, content creation, social media production, corporate communications, advertising, public relations, broadcasting and the creative industries more broadly. The typical career trajectory involves building a portfolio and professional network early, with many graduates developing freelance or project-based careers alongside or in preference to employed roles. Many go on to postgraduate study in film, journalism, documentary production or digital media.

The combination of production skills, research ability and professional experience developed through this programme prepares graduates well for the wide variety of roles that constitute the contemporary media industry.