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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Media Production

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Media Production course at Nottingham Trent University.

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A level

104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent)

Most popular A-levels studied

See who's studying at Nottingham Trent University. These students are taking Media Production or another course from the same subject area.

Media and communication studies
SubjectGrade
Media StudiesB
PsychologyC
SociologyC
English LiteratureC
Film StudiesB
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: P312

Here's what Nottingham Trent University says about its Media Production course.

Media is everywhere, and it’s here to stay.

From the Hollywood blockbusters in cinemas to the viral videos we scroll through on our phones, it entertains, informs and influences us every day. But with so much of it at our fingertips, how can we make new content stand out?

Whether you’re new to the world of digital media production or a seasoned content creator, our BA Media Production degree will introduce you to industry-standard tools and practices, refine your technical and creative skills, and help you produce high-quality and distinct work which cuts through a media-saturated society. It’s for film and television enthusiasts, those with a keen eye for detail, and all-round creatives eager to bring their ideas to life.

Used for good or for bad, media in all its forms can be immensely powerful. It’s today’s chosen channel for expression, and it’s your way of telling the world who you are and what you stand for. If you want to combine creative communication with technical skill, make a meaningful impact on people, and help shape the future of media, this course is for you.

Why study Media Production at NTU?

  • NTU is 7th in the UK for the number of UG students in Media, journalism and communications (HESA 2023/24).

  • Learn in our specialist media labs, with industry-standard equipment and tech at your fingertips.

  • Work on live projects for industry clients like Derbyshire Fire & Rescue and Nottingham Contemporary.

  • Develop an impressive professional portfolio of work, ranging from short films to brand design.

  • NTU is proud to be part of the BAFTA Albert education partnership.

Source: Nottingham Trent University

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Department

School of Social Sciences

Location

City Campus | Nottingham

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Media and communication studies

Start date

September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,790 per year
Scotland£9,790 per year
Wales£9,790 per year
Northern Ireland£9,790 per year
EU£17,950 per year
International£17,950 per year

The modules you will study

Throughout the course, modules will cover a variety of subjects, a few examples include: Media Techniques, Sound Production, Writing for Media Production, Networking for the Media Industry, Branding for Media Production, Short Film Production and Exhibition, Media in the Workplace: Becoming Career Ready, and DJ Cultures: History, Theory and Technique. To view the full list of modules, visit the course page: https://www.ntu.ac.uk/course/arts-and-humanities/ug/ba-hons-media-production

How you will be assessed

At NTU, media production is heavily focused on practical work, so there are no exams on this course. Instead, our assessment types include portfolio work, individual and group practical projects, presentations, and written work (essays and project reflections).

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Nottingham Trent University

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from Nottingham Trent University students who took the Media Production course - or another course in the same subject area.

Media studies

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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

82%

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How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

96%

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How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

88%

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How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

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To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

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How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

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How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

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To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

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To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

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How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

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How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

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How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

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How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

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How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

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How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

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How well organised is your course?

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How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

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How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

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How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

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How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

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To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

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To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

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How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

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During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

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How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

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Student information

See who's studying at Nottingham Trent University. These students are taking Media Production or another course from the same subject area.

Media and communication studies
Mode of study
Full-time99%Part-time1%
Gender ratio
Female71%Male29%
Where students come from
International8%UK92%
Student performance
2:1 or above62%
Number of students365
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

We have no information about graduates who took Media Production at Nottingham Trent University.

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from Nottingham Trent University graduates who took Media Production - or another course in the same subject area.

Media, journalism and communications

Earnings

£21k

First year after graduation

£25.9k

Third year after graduation

£29.2k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Media Production.

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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