Universities United Kingdom University of Stirling Courses BA Hons Film and Media

BA Hons Film and Media
at University of Stirling

Stirling, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 15,900
Country Rank#52
Duration48 Months
Score IELTS: 6 TOEFL: 78

Program Overview

Bringing together theory and practice, our Film and Media course draws from the University of Stirling’s legacy as a pioneer in Film and Media research and teaching.

This course not only ensures you’re well-versed in theoretical and critical aspects of the subject area, but also have the opportunity to become fully trained in practicalities such as audio production, video editing, screenwriting and more. Our emphasis on all-round training means you’ll graduate ready to follow in the footsteps of previous Stirling students who have forged successful careers in a range of media roles – from broadcasting and publishing, to advertising and public relations.

You’ll study in a stimulating environment marked by world-class teaching and invaluable opportunities to be part of our campus television, filmmaking and radio stations. There are also regular visits from members of our professional advisory board – who are experts able to bring crucial insights from the front-line of industry directly to you. Adding flexibility to your studies, you can combine Film and Media with one of 14 other courses, and tailor your degree to match your unique interests and ambitions.

Course Content
In Semesters 1-4, you’ll learn vital skills in different aspects of film and media analysis through core modules that include: Reading Film and Television; Digital Media and Culture; and Understanding Audiences.

Semesters 5-8 will cover selected modules ranging from screenwriting, to Sport and the Media. Semesters 5-8 also offer regular production modules that build your core skills in areas such as: Editing and Workflow; and Content Development and Research.

The production strands ends in Semester 8 with Documentary Production. The academic strand offers an original Research Dissertation or Screenwriting Dissertation option to end in Semester 8.

Year 1, Semester 1

Compulsory module
- Media 1: An Introduction to Media Studies and Industries (FMSU9A1) 20 credits
- prior to 2021/2 FMSU9M1 was taken
Option module

Select 40 credits from list
- Accounting and Finance for Managers (ACCU7M1) 20 credits
- Our Blue Planet (AQUU1OP) 20 credits
- Introduction to Cell Biology (BIOU1CE) 20 credits
- Ecology: An Introduction (BIOU1IE) 20 credits
Year 1, Semester 2

Compulsory module
- The Moving Image (FMSU9A2) 20 credits
- prior to 2021/2 FMSU9M2 was taken
Option module

Select 40 credits from list
- Introduction to Management Accounting (ACCU9A2) 20 credits
- Our Thirsty Planet: Man and the Aquatic Environment (AQUU2TP) 20 credits
- Introduction to Physiology (BIOU2PH) 20 credits
- Making the Most of the World Wide Web (CSCU9F2) 20 credits
Year 2, Semester 1

Compulsory module
- Reading Film & Television (FMSU9A3) 20 credits
- prior to 2021/2 FMSU9M3 was taken
Option module

Select 40 credits from any module (Arts programmes) list
- Accounting and Finance for Managers (ACCU7M1) 20 credits
- Our Blue Planet (AQUU1OP) 20 credits
- Introduction to Aquatic Environments (AQUU3AE) 20 credits
- Arts & Humanities - Career Launch Pad (ARTU9C3) 20 credits
Year 2, Semester 2

Compulsory module
- Digital Media and Culture (FMSU9A4) 20 credits
Compulsory module
- Understanding Audiences (FMSU9B4) 20 credits
- prior to 2021/2 FMSU9U4 was taken
Option module

Select 20 credits from any semester 4 - Arts programmes list
- Introduction to Management Accounting (ACCU9A2) 20 credits
- External Reporting (ACCU9A4) 20 credits
- Our Thirsty Planet: Man and the Aquatic Environment (AQUU2TP) 20 credits
- Science of Diving (AQUU4DS) 20 credits
Year 3, Semester 1

Option module

Select 60 credits from Level 10 options in Film & Media list
- Social Media Marketing: Contexts and Strategies (CMCU9CS) 20 credits
- Applied Digital Media: from theory to practice (CMCU9DL) 20 credits
- Documentary Film and Television: The Poetic Eye (FMSU9AD) 20 credits
- Advertising (FMSU9AJ) 20 credits
Students planning to take production modules in years 3 and 4, must select FMSU9A5 or FMSU9PP

Year 3, Semester 2

Option module

Select 60 credits from Level 10 options in Film & Media list
- Social Media Marketing: Contexts and Strategies (CMCU9CS) 20 credits
- Introduction to Motion Graphics and Animation (CMCU9IA) 20 credits
- Production: Online Content (CMCU9OC) 20 credits
- Advertising (FMSU9AJ) 20 credits
Year 4, Semester 1

Option module

Select 60 credits from Year 4 modules in Film & Media list
- Social Media Marketing: Contexts and Strategies (CMCU9CS) 20 credits
- Applied Digital Media: from theory to practice (CMCU9DL) 20 credits
- Researching the Media & Culture (FMSU9A7) 20 credits
- Documentary Film and Television: The Poetic Eye (FMSU9AD) 20 credits
In choosing options for semester 7, students must ensure they select the appropriate prerequisites for their chosen semester 8 project.

Year 4, Semester 2

Dissertation

Select 60 credits from FMSU9A8, FMSU9B8 list
- Dissertation in Film & Media (FMSU9A8) 60 credits
- Documentary Production (FMSU9B8) 60 credits
- Screenwriting Dissertation (FMSU9S8) 60 credits
Entry Requirement
Year 1 entry – Four-year honours

SQA Highers
- AABB - by the end of S5
- AABBB - by the end of S6
GCE A-levels
- BBB
IB Diploma
- 30 points
BTEC (Level 3)
- DDM
Widening access students
- Widening access students may be eligible for an adjusted offer of entry. To find out if this applies to you go to our widening access pages.
- Care-experienced applicants will be guaranteed an offer of a place if they meet the minimum entry requirements.
Direct Entry to 1st Year:

Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 65% and above from the following state boards:
- CBSE
- ISC/ICSE
- Metro state boards (Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal)
- Students from other state boards will require Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 75%.
  
  Advanced Entry to 2nd Year:
  
  Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 75% and above from the following state boards:
- CBSE
- ISC/ICSE
- Advanced entry is possible on a range of courses. Student applications will be considered on a case by case basis.Please note that advanced entry options for students who have scored 35 in the International Baccalaureate or GCE A-Levels ABB in one sitting will also be considered on a case by case basis.
  
  Students who score 70% in English in Year 12 from the following exam boards won't be required to submit IELTS, if studied within the last 5 years of our course start date:
- CBSE
- ISC/ICSE
- Metro state boards (Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal)
- Students from other state boards will either need 80% in English if studied within 5 years of the course start date, or a UKVI SELT, IELTS Academic or PTE Academic, depending on the state board, taken within 2 years of our course start date.
  
  English language requirements
  
  If English is not your first language you must have one of the following qualifications as evidence of your English language skills:
- IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 with 5.5 in each skill
- Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE) 169 overall with a minimum of 162 in each sub-skill
- Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE) 180 overall with a minimum of 162 in each sub-skill
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) 60 overall with a minimum of 59 in each sub-skill
- IBT TOEFL 78 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing
- IBT TOEFL Special Home Edition 78 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing
- Trinity ISE II Pass overall and Pass in each sub-skill, ISE III Pass overall and in all sub-skills, ISE IV Pass overall and in all sub-skills
- Aptis (4 skills) CEFR B2 overall and B2 in all sub-skills
- Duolingo 95 overall with a minimum of 90 in all sub-skills
- LanguageCert International ESOL B2 Communicator - Pass with minimum 33 in each sub-skill
- Metro state boards (Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal)
Fees & Scholarships

Academic year:

2022/23

2023/24

Overseas students (non-EU)

£15,900

£16,400

Overseas students (non-EU)

You will be charged the annual fee each year when you enrol. Your fees will be held at the same level throughout your course.If you need to take additional modules or resit modules, you will be liable for an additional fee.

If you’re domiciled in the UK, you can typically apply to your relevant funding body for help with living costs. This usually takes the form of student loans, grants or bursaries, and the amount awarded depends upon your personal circumstances and household income.

EU and overseas students won’t normally be able to claim living support through SAAS or other UK public funding bodies. You should contact the relevant authority in your country to find out if you’re eligible to receive support.
Career Prospect
Many Film and Media students from the University of Stirling have established successful careers in media roles spanning broadcast and print journalism, television, radio and film production, media management, advertising, public relations and education. Some of our Film and Media graduates are currently working for the following organisations:
- BBC Radio 1
- Virgin Media
- STV
- The British Youth Film Academy
- Penguin Books
- British Sky Broadcasting Limited
Differentiating it from other film courses, our Film and Media degree develops a broad understanding of the media industries, together with practical abilities that help make you more employable. Our graduates have won many awards in a variety of media specialisms: for instance, as BAFTA winners in investigative reporting, programme production and scriptwriting. Alumni have also received Emmy awards for visual effects production in film and TV, and Sony Gold Radio Academy awards for BBC Radio 1 documentaries.

Cost Of Studying At University of Stirling

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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BA Hons Film and Media at University of Stirling