Media, Film and Journalism BA (Hons) Undergraduate - September 2025/26* Entry

Choosing this degree in Media, Film and Journalism will allow you to develop your creative voice whilst giving you the skills, knowledge and experience in a range of creative and communication media.

Where better to study Film, Media and Journalism than at a University with its own Arts and Innovation Centre, Pontio, set in a location which regularly attracts major film and TV production companies, such as HBO, Netflix, the BBC and S4C. We have strong connections with working film studios and access to broadcasting companies such as BBC Wales on our doorstep.

This degree in Media, Film and Journalism is aimed at students who want to study and pursue careers in the fields of film, television, radio, digital media, advertising, journalism and public relations. In an age where there is vital need for informed debate on the political, environmental, social, and cultural forces that shape our world this degree will prepare you to engage with the conversation.

Taught by leading analyst and practitioners, staff within the School regularly engage with research in advertising, media regulation, privacy, digital journalism, political communication, gender, visual culture, gaming, global media, social networks, publishing and documentary to name a few.

Studying Media, Film and Journalism will shape you into an empowered citizen. Graduates are creative, resilient problem solvers, able to apply their skills, knowledge, and experience in a range of creative and communication media including film, radio, podcasting, journalism, television and social media. Taking on real-world problems faced by societies and businesses at Bangor University students are empowered to make change both locally and globally.

Why choose Bangor University for this course?

• Benefit from our staff expertise in film, media, print and broadcast journalism, and production including documentary and broadcast.
• Make the most of our facilities that include editing suites, production studios and industry-standard digital media equipment.
• Excellent links with the sector including access to working film studios.
• Opportunity to conduct a final-year project in collaboration with a company.
• Discover drama, films, music and more at the University’s Arts and Innovation Centre, Pontio.

Additional Course Options

What will you study on this course?

Studying this Media, Film and Journalism degree will allow you to discover how film and television, journalists and publishers, media creators and curators generate opportunities for action whilst influencing the way we perceive the world.

Students can delve into issues in media, journalism and politics, examining the issues, theories and perspectives central to the study of media and journalism. Relationships between the media, journalist and politicians and society will be examined to answer challenging questions. Information flow and emotive reactions will be looked at alongside the history of modern media.

This Media, Film and Journalism degree at Bangor University is very much so future focused. Students will look at the evolution of media and communication technology and the impact on society, looking closer at how new channels such as TikTok has changed the way we consume media. There are opportunities to look closer at AI Ethics, assessing technologies and their impact on modern society.

Alongside your studies Bangor University offers a range of opportunities to engage with the creative industries. From conferences, video conferences and events to regular visits from creative writers, filmmakers, journalists, designers, dramatists and new media makers.

Modules for the current academic year

Module listings are for guide purposes only and are subject to change. Find out what our students are currently studying on the Media, Film and Journalism BA (Hons) Modules page.

Course content is for guidance purposes only and may be subject to change.

General University Costs

Home (UK) students

• The cost of a full-time undergraduate course is £9,250 per year (2025/26).
• The fee for all integrated study abroad years is  £1,385 (2025/26).
• The fee for an integrated year in industry as part of a sandwich programme is £1,850 (2025/26).

More information on fees and finance for Home (UK) students.

International (including EU) students

• International Student Tuition Fees
• International Student Living Costs and Scholarships

Additional Costs
There are also some common additional costs that are likely to arise for students on all courses, for example:

• If you choose to study abroad or take the International Experience Year as part of your course.
• If you attend your Graduation Ceremony, there will be a cost for gown hire (£25-£75) and cost for additional guest tickets (c.£12 each).

Course-specific additional costs
Depending on the course you are studying, there may be additional course-specific costs that you will be required to meet. These fall into three categories:

1. Mandatory Costs: these are related to a particular core or compulsory module that you’ll be required to complete to achieve your qualification e.g. compulsory field trips, uniforms for students on placement, DBS Check.
2. Necessarily Incurred Costs: these may not be experienced by all students, and will vary depending on the course e.g. professional body membership, travel to placements, specialist software, personal safety equipment.
3. Optional Costs: these depend on your choice of modules or activity and they are shown to give you an indication of the optional costs that may arise to make sure your choice is as informed as possible. These can include graduation events for your course, optional field trips, Welcome Week trips.

General University Requirements

To study for a degree, you’ll be asked for a minimum of UCAS Tariff points. For a fuller explanation of the UCAS Tariff Points, please see www.ucas.com.

We accept students with a wide range of qualifications and backgrounds and consider each application individually.

All students need to have good basic skills and the University also values IT and communication skills.

As part of the University’s policy, we consider applications from prospective disabled students on the same grounds as all other students.

We also consider applications from mature students who can demonstrate the motivation and commitment to study a university programme. Each year we enrol a significant number of mature students. For more information about studying as a mature student, see our Studying at Bangor section of the website.

EU and International Students' Entry Requirements

For detailed guidance on the entry requirements for EU and International Students, including the minimum English Language entry requirement, please visit the Entry Requirements by Country pages. International applicants can also visit the International Education Centre section of our website for further details.

Bangor University offers International Incorporated Bachelor Degrees for International students whose High School qualification is not equivalent to the UK school leaving qualification. The first year (or Year 0) is studied at Bangor University International College, an embedded College on our University campus and delivered by Oxford International Education Group.

This degree in Media, Film and Journalism prepares you for a career within a competitive creative, cultural and media environment.

Graduates will gain both practical and analytical skills, both are of value to range of media employers. Problem solving, critical judgement, forming sound arguments and developing creative outputs are just some skills students can gain whilst studying at Bangor University. As well as working independently students will have fostered the skills to work as part of a team.

Studying this BA in Media, Film and Journalism can open up a range of careers working in television, news publishing, broadcasting, media agencies, local authorities and public relations departments to name a few.

Our great industry connections provide opportunities to gain filmmaking work experience. For example, our students have visited and taken part in projects with Aria Film Studios in Llangefni. They have also benefited from our links with various independent production companies, including Rondo Media, Cwmni Da, Darlun and Slam Media.

Typical roles include;

• Journalist
• Broadcaster
• Editor
• Reporter
• Assistant Producer
• Writer
• Press Officer
• Technical Director
• Media Producer

Opportunities at Bangor

The University’s Careers and Employability Service provides a wide range of resources to help you achieve your graduate ambitions. 

Internships

Bangor University runs a paid internship scheme within the university’s academic and service departments.

Student Volunteering

Volunteering widens your experience and improves your employability. Find out more about volunteering on the Students’ Union’s website.

A 'with Foundation Year' option is available for this course.