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BA (Hons) Film and Media at Robert Gordon University

Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Are you passionate about storytelling, filmmaking, and media? Our Film and Media course at Gray’s School of Art blends creative practice with critical analysis, preparing you for a career in the screen industries. From concept to post-production, gain hands-on experience while exploring the cultural and technological forces shaping media today.

Faculty: Gray's School of Art  |  Duration: 4 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: January (Entry via International College); September  |  Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will build a foundation in creative practice and critical analysis, exploring how media and film shape our world. Initial learning focuses on the fundamentals of filmmaking, visual culture, and communication. You will develop an understanding of media audiences and the cultural impact of the screen industries, while gaining early hands-on experience in production and managing projects in creative sectors.

Career pathways

Graduates are well-equipped for diverse roles in the global media landscape, including: Film Director,, Screenwriter,, Producer,, Cinematographer,. Many thrive in advertising, PR, and digital marketing as Social Media Managers, Brand Strategists, or Content Creators.

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Entry requirements

Year 1 entry QS/SQA Higher: BBBC to include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English). GCE A Level: BCC to include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English). Irish Leaving Certificate Higher: H2H3H3H3 to include English at H2 (or a written subject requiring the use of English). IB Diploma: 27 to include Higher Level English (or a written subject requiring the use of English) at grade 5. Year 2 entry QS/SQA Advanced Higher: BC at Advanced Higher plus CC at Higher (4 subjects) GCE A Level: BBB to include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English). Minimum Entry Requirements Year 1 entry The minimum entry requirements for widening access applicants are: QS/SQA Higher: BBC/BCCC to include English or a written subject requiring the use of English at B. Alternative Qualifications We welcome applications from those with equivalent qualifications to those stated, including SVQs/NVQs, access programmes, Foundation Apprenticeships and overseas qualifications. Applications from students with non-standard qualifications or work experience will be considered on an individual basis. Applicants from Partner Colleges A relevant HNC or HND from one of our partner colleges will be considered for entry into Year 2 or 3. Applicants from Foundation Pathway Providers Entry to year 1 or year 2 may be possible for students who have completed a Foundation Certificate or Foundation Undergraduate Pathway programme, from an approved UK provider, at 60% or above. For courses which require a specific subjects match, such as English or Maths, these would need to provided in addition to the Pathway Programme Certificate or result. UCAS code: P300.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/2027). Scottish students, full time on campus, over 4 years (same fee each year) Source

International applicants: GBP 17,570 a year (2026/2027). International students, full time on campus, over 4 years (same fee each year) Source

Intake: January (Entry via International College); September

Duration: 4 years full-time

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