BA (Hons) Film and Media at University of Sunderland

Programme overview

Get involved with extracurricular activities, including organised trips, CineClub, and Spark Sunderland. We have excellent media facilities, including our very own cinema. Take a look at a day in the life of a film and media student at Sunderland.

Department: Film and Media | Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2026 | Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Love film and all aspects of media? Study film and media theory alongside practical-based modules in film production. Apply critical thinking and analysis, and develop the transferable skills of problem solving, communication, and presentation. Combine academic research with practical application. Develop the talents to join an exciting and ever-changing industry.

Career pathways

This course will open job opportunities such as teaching, consultancy, TV and film production, new media, marketing and research, PR, advertising, and more.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Our typical offer is 96-112 UCAS Tariff points, from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A Levels, T Levels, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. We accept a maximum of 6 points from Level 3 Key Skills qualifications. You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above. This must include maths and English language, or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number. If you've studied for a GCSE that has a numerical grade, you'll need to achieve a grade 4 or above. If you're studying an HND or Foundation Degree, you may be able to enter the final year of our degree course. For more information, please contact [email protected].

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sunderland.ac.uk/undergraduate/ba-hons-film-media#apply

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