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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Cinematic Arts

Ulster University

(4.3)
70 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Cinematic Arts course at Ulster University.

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A level

B,B,C

Preference may be given to candidates with Moving Image Arts A level. Applicants may satisfy the requirement for the A level C grade by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications to the same standard as defined by the University.

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Most popular A-levels studied

See who's studying at Ulster University. These students are taking Cinematic Arts or another course from the same subject area.

Cinematics and photography
SubjectGrade
Art and DesignB
Media StudiesC
English LiteratureC
HistoryD
GeographyC
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: W600

Here's what Ulster University says about its Cinematic Arts course.

Study Cinematic Arts at Ulster University in the United Kingdom.

The BSc (Hons) Cinematic Arts programme brings together filmmaking, drama, visual design, and music with the single purpose of finding new pathways for moving image, stories and user engagement. Cinematic Arts encourages consideration of all screens from a mobile device or tablet right through to a modern digital cinema screen, and in so doing it forges together high quality storytelling with the very latest in professional production standards and interactive applications. You will develop key skills in filmmaking and image production, cinematography, post-production, editing, narrative development, screenwriting, acting/directing, music/sound design, and entrepreneurship.

Source: Ulster University

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

Magee Campus

Location

Derry~Londonderry | Derry-Londonderry

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Cinematics

Start date

21 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year (provisional)
Scotland£9,535 per year (provisional)
Wales£9,535 per year (provisional)
Northern Ireland£4,855 per year (provisional)
Channel Islands£9,535 per year (provisional)
Republic of Ireland£4,855 per year (provisional)
EU£17,490 per year
International£17,490 per year

Ulster University student reviews

(4.3)
Based on 70 reviews from Ulster University's students and alumni
5 star
59%
4 star
21%
3 star
13%
2 star
6%
1 star
1%
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Showing 68 reviews

Foundation year student

2 years ago

Iu2019ve really enjoyed my course as it gave me the ability to complete works In a range of different art/ design based subjects. It helped me experience different courses I never wouldu2019ve thought of doing. My tutors are all lovely and very supportive. Theyu2019ve made the course more enjoyable.

(5)
Overall

5th or higher year student

3 years ago

There are many clubs and societies offered for everyone at ulster university.

(5)
Student Union

5th or higher year student

3 years ago

Campus life is great, everyone seems happy and comfortable in the environment. The uni is situated in a beautiful place and it has massive grounds to walk and a river nearby. The local town is great with great facilities for all.

(5)
University life

5th or higher year student

3 years ago

At the moment I am travelling to uni which is proving quite expensive especially with the cost of fuel recently.

(2)
Finance

5th or higher year student

3 years ago

Academic support and welfare services are both excellent and there anytime when you need them.

(5)
Support

5th or higher year student

3 years ago

The library is great and opened for all 24/7

(5)
Facilities

National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Ulster 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 Ulster University students who took the Cinematic Arts course - or another course in the same subject area.

Cinematics and photography

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

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

83%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

90%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

69%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

79%

med

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

86%

med

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

89%

high

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

76%

med

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

97%

high

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

79%

med

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

86%

med

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

86%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

76%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

79%

med

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

83%

med

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

97%

high

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

93%

med

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

89%

high

How well organised is your course?

90%

high

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

89%

med

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

96%

high

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

93%

high

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

59%

med

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

69%

low

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

79%

med

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

80%

high

Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.

76%

med

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

93%

high

Student information

See who's studying at Ulster University. These students are taking Cinematic Arts or another course from the same subject area.

Cinematics and photography
Mode of study
Full-time99%Part-time1%
Gender ratio
Female51%Male48%Other1%
Where students come from
International9%UK91%
Student performance
2:1 or above89%
Number of students180
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

We have no information about graduates who took Cinematic Arts at Ulster University.

Earnings after graduation

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