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

Media and Television Production

University of Chester

(4.2)
331 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Media and Television Production course at University of Chester.

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A level

B,C,C

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Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year
Scotland£9,535 per year
Wales£9,535 per year
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year
Channel Islands£9,535 per year
EU£9,535 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: P311

Here's what University of Chester says about its Media and Television Production course.

Our Media and Television Production degree equips you with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to succeed in the dynamic world of media. You'll develop essential technical skills, such as audio and video editing, camera operation, and animation. Explore emerging trends and sectors, and work on a variety of projects, from factual documentaries to drama productions.

While our course emphasises practical skills, we also foster a deep understanding of the media industry, key practices, regulation, and organisations. Throughout the course, you'll have the opportunity to develop and pursue your specific media and television interests, undertaking a large-scale project, such as a television documentary, podcast, or dissertation, allowing you to delve deeper into your chosen area of specialisation, towards the end of your degree.

Our department boasts TV studios, extensive recording spaces, post-production facilities, and a wide range of equipment, including video cameras, audio recording devices, and specialist kit.

Our Media and Television Production course is your launchpad to a thrilling career in the media industry. Get ready for a dynamic and engaging education that will ignite your creativity and equip you with the skills to make your mark in the industry.

Source: University of Chester

Course details

Qualification

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

Department

Performing Arts

Location

Chester | Chester

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Media production

Start date

5 October 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

The modules you will study

For the latest example of curriculum availability on this course, please refer to the University of Chester's Website.

How you will be assessed

You will be assessed through a mix of coursework and live practical assessments.

University of Chester reviews

(4.2)
Based on 331 reviews from University of Chester's students and alumni
5 star
45%
4 star
38%
3 star
13%
2 star
2%
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1st year student

The university life offers all-inclusive community with daytime activities including lectures, student union elections and events. Also, the Chester city is well-rounded and enriched with student experience.

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1st year student

The financial impact is manageable with lower living costs compared to other cities. The university also provides financial support options including scholarships to assist students with tuition fees and living expenses.

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1st year student

The University provided excellent support services for me at the start andn throughout of course period including both academic and especially welfare support. Students are assigned with academic advisors named PAT who offers guidance and assistance throughout my studies. Also, they offer mental hea...

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1st year student

The universityu2019s facilities like accommodation, library and campus life are well equipped, highly rated and all-inclusive. The campus based facilities are sports, 50+ societies, cafes and study spaces.

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1st year student

The M.Sc. Digital Marketing program at the University of Chester covers key aspects like digital marketing strategies, analytics, and emerging technologies, preparing us with real time and diverse career opportunities. our rn faculties equips us with the skills and required knowledge which exactly a...

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1st year student

I chose the University of Chester for its academic reputation as its well known for being the 4th top university in the Northwest England.rnrnThe University offers around 50 societies and makes international students feel home.

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores

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 University of Chester students who took the Media and Television Production course - or another course in the same subject area.

Media, journalism and communications

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

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

66%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

86%

low

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

74%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

53%

low

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

76%

low

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

69%

low

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

65%

low

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

68%

low

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

71%

low

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

84%

med

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

90%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

78%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

91%

high

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

74%

low

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

95%

high

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

99%

high

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

65%

low

How well organised is your course?

69%

med

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

66%

low

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

94%

high

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

75%

low

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

65%

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?

74%

low

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

77%

med

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

89%

med

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

86%

high

Student information

See who's studying at University of Chester. These students are taking Media and Television Production or another course from the same subject area.

Media studies
Mode of study
Full-time98%Part-time2%
Gender ratio
Female33%Male67%
Where students come from
International5%UK95%
Number of students65
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
Film StudiesB
Media StudiesC
PsychologyC
Drama and Theatre StudiesB
English Language and LiteratureA
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about University of Chester graduates who took Media and Television Production - or another course in the same subject area.

Media, journalism and communications

Graduate statistics

55%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

50%

Say it fits with future plans

45%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

20%

Media Professionals

10%

Business and public service associate professionals

10%

Elementary occupations

10%

Managers, directors and senior officials

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Chester graduates who took Media and Television Production - or another course in the same subject area.

Media, journalism and communications

Earnings

£19.7k

First year after graduation

£22.6k

Third year after graduation

£26.3k

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 and Television 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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