BA (Hons) FILM AND TELEVISION PRODUCTION
BA (HONS) FILM AND TELEVISION PRODUCTION
On this course, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the interplay between the history and theory of film and television with the practice of production. UEA has a long-established record of excellence in combining the creative arts with critical thinking and this course extends that expertise to the mediums of film and television.
Creative careers in the film and television industry depend on the ability to devise, develop, and execute a coherent vision. This course will therefore develop your ability to tell a story using a range of technologies. Our teaching will focus on the writing, directing, and editing decisions that happen behind the scenes, and it will provide crucial grounding in film and television history and theory. At the same time, we will develop the skills needed for success in the film and television industry. We will provide the training, equipment, and technical support you need while also cultivating the team-work necessary to any large-scale creative venture.
You’ll develop your creative vision in workshops, hone your practical production skills in our state-of-the-art facilities and engage with the current academic debates in the discipline while learning key critical and theoretical approaches to the subject in your seminars.
Our BA Film and Television Production is ranked in the top 20 for Media and Film Studies by 'The Guardian University Guide 2023'.
About
With an emphasis on production, this course develops your creative work through the exploration of critical studies in film and television history and theory. You’ll produce your own film and television content and will gain experience of writing for different media. At the same time, you’ll study the broader contexts of film and television. The work might include directing for the screen, single-camera video and multi-camera television, and screenwriting. Later in your studies, you’ll have the opportunity to specialise in such topics as adaptation, devised filmmaking, directing and working with actors, and you may wish to pursue an independent media practice project. You will also have the option to take Film and Television Studies modules.
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Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the courses listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the regular review of course programmes. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes, there will normally be prior consultation of students and others. Changes may for example consist of variations to the content and method of delivery of programmes, courses and other services, to discontinue programmes, courses and other services and to merge or combine programmes or courses. The University will endeavour to keep such changes to a minimum, and will inform students.Placement Year and Study Abroad
You’ll have the option to add an international dimension to your studies by applying to spend a semester studying abroad in your second year. For further details, visit our Study Abroad section of our website. The Rise of Rural Cinema
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After the Course
You’ll graduate with the skills to work in the film and television and media industries, both in the UK and elsewhere in the world. You will be prepared for roles in production, press and publicity, publishing (newspapers, books, and magazines), cultural heritage and archives, social media, and arts festivals. Alternatively, you’ll be able to continue your academic passion with postgraduate study at UEA.
As well as your subject-specific knowledge and skills, you will graduate with many transferable skills including high-level communication skills, team working, and self-management, all of which open a wide variety of careers. At our annual event, ‘Working with Words’, you can meet and hear from a wide variety of successful UEA alumni from across the creative industries.
Career destinations
A degree at UEA will prepare you for a wide variety of careers. We've been ranked 1st for Job Prospects by StudentCrowd in 2022.
Examples of careers you could enter include:
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Film and TV production
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Media and game production
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Event management
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Marketing and publicity
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Journalism
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Publishing
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Assessment for Year 1
You’ll be assessed via both individual assignments and group projects. Your production modules will have an emphasis on creative practice assignments, and you’ll hone your skills of critical analysis in your modules on the history and theory of film and television. You’ll have the option in some theoretical modules to be assessed through creative practice: you might be required to produce a script of your own to explore questions of film history. All your assessments will help strengthen your creative and critical thinking and give you skills that are attractive to future employers.Assessment for Year 2
Second year assessments will grow in length and complexity, and you’ll produce your own work more often.
BEGINNERS' LANGUAGE MODULES
You can select from a wide range of language modules. For more information, and for a full list of available module options, please visit our Language Options page.
Assessment for Year 3
The final year assessments will place more emphasis on your individual efforts, culminating in a creative-critical dissertation.Assessment for Year 1
You’ll be assessed via both individual assignments and group projects. Your production modules will have an emphasis on creative practice assignments, and you’ll hone your skills of critical analysis in your modules on the history and theory of film and television. You’ll have the option in some theoretical modules to be assessed through creative practice: you might be required to produce a script of your own to explore questions of film history. All your assessments will help strengthen your creative and critical thinking and give you skills that are attractive to future employers.Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.Students will take 120 credits across the year, 60 credits in Semester 1 and 60 credits in Semester 2. Students wishing to enrol on the 60-credit Film and Television Studies Semester Abroad module AMAM5037B in the Spring term must first seek approval from the Study Abroad Office and the Internationalisation Director.
Assessment for Year 2
Second year assessments will grow in length and complexity, and you’ll produce your own work more often.
BEGINNERS' LANGUAGE MODULES
You can select from a wide range of language modules. For more information, and for a full list of available module options, please visit our Language Options page.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.Students will take 120 credits (4 modules) across year 3. 60 credits in semester 1 and 60 credits in semester 2.
Assessment for Year 3
The final year assessments will place more emphasis on your individual efforts, culminating in a creative-critical dissertation.Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.Entry Requirements
A Levels
ABBT Levels
Not acceptedBTEC
DDM excluding BTEC Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business AdministrationScottish highers
AAABBScottish highers advanced
BCCIrish leaving certificate
3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3Access course
Access to Humanities and Social Sciences pathway accepted. Pass Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3European Baccalaureate
75%International Baccalaureate
32 pointsGCSE offer
You are required to have Mathematics and English Language at a minimum of Grade C or Grade 4 or above at GCSE.Additional entry requirements
UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes.
If you do not meet the academic requirements for direct entry, you may be interested in one of our Foundation Year programmes
We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. View our International Students pages for specific information about your country.
If you do not meet the academic and/or English requirements for direct entry our partner, INTO University of East Anglia offers guaranteed progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to this degree:
Important note
Once enrolled onto your course at UEA, your progression and continuation (which may include your eligibility for study abroad, overseas experience, placement or year in industry opportunities) is contingent on meeting the assessment requirements which are relevant to the course on which you are enrolled.
Students for whom english is a foreign language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
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IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) for year 1 entry
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.
If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:
Interviews
Most applicants will not be called for an interview and a decision will be made via UCAS Track. However, for some applicants an interview will be requested. Where an interview is required the Admissions Service will contact you directly to arrange a time.Gap year
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.Intakes
This course is open to UK and International applicants. The annual intake is in September each year. The Rise of Rural Cinema
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Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
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Scholarships and Bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds. View our range of Scholarships for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course related costs
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How to Apply
Apply for this course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS), using UCAS Hub.
UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom.
Your application does not have to be completed all at once. Register or sign in to UCAS to get started.
Once you submit your completed application, UCAS will process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.
The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.
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