Creative and Cultural Industries
University of Manchester
UCAS Code: W900 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
AAA, including a Grade A in an essay-based arts, humanities or social science subject. General Studies is welcomed but not normally included as part of the standard offer. Typical Contextual Offer: AAB, including a Grade A in an essay-based arts, humanities or social science subject for applicants who meet our contextual offer criteria.
We require a QAA-recognised Access to HE Diploma (a minimum of 60 credits overall with at least 45 at Level 3), with merit or distinction in a subject area relevant to the chosen course. The specific course requirements are a minimum of 45 credits with a Distinction grade all in an arts, humanities or social science subject.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
We consider applicants offering Pre-U Principal Subjects, or a mix of Pre-U and A Level subjects, provided a minimum of three distinct subjects overall is taken. Candidates taking Pre-U principal subjects in conjunction with A levels are expected to achieve a combination equivalent D3, D3, D3 in the Pre-U or AAA at A level in three distinct subjects.
The University recognises the benefit of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. We strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement. For this programme, as well as the regular conditions of offer, we may make students who are currently taking or completed the EPQ an alternative offer.? For this course it would be AAB including A in an essay-based subject plus the Extended Project at Grade A.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Grade 6 in GCSE English and grade 4 in Maths. Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of Literacy and Numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade C or 4 in GCSE/iGCSE English Language and Mathematics. GCSE/iGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/iGCSE English Language.? Please note that if you hold English as a second language iGCSE qualification, we may require you to achieve a higher grade in your iGCSE than the one stated above. Please contact the academic School for clarification.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
36 points overall. 6,6,6 in Higher Level subjects.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
We consider the National Diploma for entry, preferably in a subject relevant to this course.? Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Diploma with grades Distinction, Distinction, plus one A-level at Grade A in an essay-based arts, humanities or social science subject.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
We consider the National Extended Certificate for entry, preferably in a subject relevant to this course.? Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Certificate with a Distinction grade, PLUS two A-levels at Grades AA; one of which must be in an essay-based arts, humanities or social science subject.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
We consider the National Extended Diploma for entry, preferably in a subject relevant to this course.? Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Diploma with grades Dist, Dist, Dist, plus one A-level at Grade A in an essay-based arts, humanities or social science subject.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
We consider the National Foundation Diploma for entry, preferably in a subject relevant to this course.? Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Foundation Diploma with a Distinction grade, PLUS one A-level at Grade A in an essay-based arts, humanities or social science subject, PLUS an EPQ or AS at Grade B.
We normally require grades AAABB in Scottish Highers.?? Applicants offering a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers should contact us for further advice.
We normally require grades AAABB in Scottish Highers.?? Applicants offering a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers should contact us for further advice.
The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and usually requires two A Levels or equivalent to be included within this.? The minimum grade required will normally be the same as the lowest grade listed in the A Level entry requirements.
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About this course
This exciting undergraduate programme combines research-led teaching and real-world practice to empower students to become leaders, managers and practitioners in the creative and cultural industries. Rooted in the arts and humanities, the programme draws on interdisciplinary theoretical and practical approaches to working in the creative and cultural sectors, providing opportunities for creative management practice and professional experience, to foster critical thinking and employability skills for ethical and collaborative practice and worldwide application.
The creative and cultural industries include music, performing arts, museums and heritage, literary arts and publishing, digital media, film, TV, games, festivals, and fine arts, and all of the activities that are needed for their production and consumption. Defined by UNESCO as sectors of organised activity that have as their main objective the production or reproduction, the promotion, distribution or commercialisation of goods, services and activities of content derived from cultural, artistic or heritage origins, they are recognised world-wide for the contribution they make to economic development, placemaking and quality of life.
The Manchester base for this programme presents a unique offer for undergraduate study which will draw on the dynamic creative economy in the city-region and the research power and teaching excellence of the University, with particular focus on sector strengths in music, performing arts, publishing, screen and digital media. Students will hone their critical thinking and understanding of the histories and practices of creative and cultural sectors, whilst gaining sector-specific and transferrable skills in creative project development, management, leadership, and enterprise.
The programme provides progression from foundational theoretical perspectives and survey of industry sectors and strategies across the cycle of cultural production at the core of the first year, to the development of critical reflective practice and specialist options in the second year, culminating in research dissertation or the option of a large negotiated practical project in the final year. These core course units are accompanied by recommended optional units within the School of Arts Languages and Cultures and the chance to extend interdisciplinary learning in areas such as sustainability, leadership, and enterprise through UCIL units.
The programme also offers a year on industry placement as an option to gain further professional experience. Assessment practices combine formative points with self-evaluation through critical reflective practice and a range of summative group and individual assignments, reflecting the need for demonstration and application of knowledge and understanding in real-world contexts. Graduates will be equipped to enter freelance and portfolio careers, undertake project and business management and join established organisations in a range of roles, including public relations, communications and marketing, fundraising and development, rights management, creative producing, and content creation.
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