Film and Television Production BA
Teesside University Campus, United Kingdom
BA (Hons) Film and Television Production
Teesside University
Film and Television Production
Program Overview: BA (Hons) Film and Television Production
The BA (Hons) Film and Television Production at Teesside University prepares you for a dynamic career in the film and TV industry by combining practical filmmaking skills with critical analysis and creative storytelling. You learn in industry-standard facilities including two television studios, a radio station, digital film production equipment, and professional grading and edit suites. The program is delivered by experienced practitioners across all sectors of the industry.
Throughout the program, you work on live briefs from major industry contacts including BBC, Channel 4, and ITV Signpost, ensuring you develop your craft within real-world production environments. Teesside is Europe's first Adobe Creative Campus and an Apple Distinguished School, giving you access to the full Adobe Creative Suite and cutting-edge digital tools. You also contribute to TUXtra, the university's award-winning integrated media publishing platform.
The course is structured around learning through making, allowing you to develop your personal creative voice while building a professional portfolio. An optional work placement year is available at no extra cost, providing you with invaluable industry experience before graduation. The program has achieved outstanding student satisfaction results in the National Student Survey.
Key Program Highlights
- Partnership with ITV Signpost providing real-world industry projects, live briefs, internships, and technical bootcamps
- Access to two television studios, a radio station, digital film equipment, and professional grading and edit suites
- Study at Europe's first Adobe Creative Campus with full access to Adobe Creative Suite and Apple devices
- Optional work placement year at no extra cost, plus shorter placements and internship opportunities throughout the course
Curriculum and Modules
The BA (Hons) Film and Television Production curriculum is structured across three years, progressing from foundational craft skills to advanced independent production. In Year 1, you build core technical and research skills. Year 2 deepens your specialisms and critical analysis, while Year 3 focuses on major project work and professional preparation.
Introduction to Film and Television Production: Key Craft Principles and Skills
40 creditsYou are introduced to the practical fundamentals of film and TV production and creative visual storytelling, exploring screenplay structure, character, and plot. Through workshops and studio sessions, you learn to use industry-standard cameras, lighting, sound, and post-production software, and take on roles such as director, camera operator, floor manager, and vision mixer.
Media Production Fundamentals
20 creditsYou explore the basic technical components of making video and audiovisual materials for outputs such as online publishing, documentary, or drama. This project-based module introduces media languages and teaches you how to communicate clearly to target audiences through writing, composition, and editing.
Professional Development and Employability
20 creditsWith many opportunities in the creative industries sector, you learn how to start on your career path while developing vital employability skills such as networking, digital presence, and professional portfolio building.
Production Specialisms
40 creditsYou experience the differing roles inherent to the production process, honing specialisms in directing, producing and production management, sound recording, scriptwriting, and editing. You engage with peer feedback and critical reflection within your working teams.
Critical Perspectives in Creative Industries
20 creditsYou develop critical thinking and analysis skills, exploring contemporary issues and debates related to the creative industries. You research a specific area within your chosen subject, drawing on academic and industry sources to contextualise your work.
Major Project and Professional Portfolio
40 creditsYou produce a self-managed, individual extended piece of independent investigation or creative production. Supervised by an academic staff member, you take responsibility for planning and execution, demonstrating your ability to analyse, synthesise, and creatively apply your learning.
Elective and Specialist Pathways
Admission Requirements
Teesside University welcomes applications from students with a range of qualifications and backgrounds. Consideration is also given to applicants without formal qualifications who can demonstrate practical media production experience at an appropriate level. To apply, submit your application through Uni4Edu and our team will guide you through every step of the process.
Academic Requirements
- UCAS Tariff Points96-112 points from any combination of recognised Level 3 qualifications
- A-LevelsTypical offer of 96-112 UCAS points; no specific subjects required
- International BaccalaureateContact Uni4Edu for equivalent entry requirements
- PortfolioApplicants may be invited to share a portfolio demonstrating skills in media production
- Foundation Year OptionAvailable for applicants who do not meet minimum Year 1 entry requirements
English Language Requirements
- IELTSOverall 6.0 with no skill below 5.5 (or equivalent)
- TOEFL iBTContact Uni4Edu for accepted score equivalencies
- Pre-sessional EnglishPre-sessional English language courses are available to help you meet the requirements
Required Documents
Application Deadlines
For personalized admission guidance, document verification, and application support, please contact Uni4Edu
Scholarships and Funding
Teesside University offers a range of scholarships for international students to help make studying in the UK more accessible. Film and Television Production students may also be eligible for program-specific awards. Most scholarships are assessed automatically based on your application, with no separate scholarship form required.
Vice Chancellor's Scholarship
GBP 7,000 fee waiverA prestigious scholarship recognising outstanding students who demonstrate exceptional skills and commitment to becoming future global leaders. Allocated as a one-off fee waiver in the first year of study for eligible international applicants.
Global Excellence Scholarship
GBP 2,000 fee waiverAvailable to international students who demonstrate academic excellence in their application. The scholarship is valued at GBP 2,000 for the first full academic year and is automatically considered based on your admission application.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
Graduates of the BA (Hons) Film and Television Production go on to work in a variety of creative industries including film, television, digital media, audio production, creative arts organisations, marketing, social media, and events. The program's strong industry partnerships with broadcasters like BBC, ITV, and Channel 4 provide direct pathways into the profession, and graduates have gained positions at major production studios such as Pinewood.
Potential Career Roles
Where Our Graduates Work
Rankings and Recognition
Teesside University was named Times Higher Education University of the Year 2025 and was awarded an overall Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023. The university has invested GBP 300 million in its campus and is recognised as Europe's first Adobe Creative Campus, reflecting its commitment to digital excellence and creative education.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching Quality | Times and Sunday Times | #23 in UK |
| Social Inclusion | Times and Sunday Times | #3 in UK |
| Student Satisfaction | Complete University Guide | #26 in UK |
| Video Game Design | GAMEducation | #1 in UK |
How to Apply
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Submit Your Application
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