Course summary
This course blends media and drama and has a strong emphasis on practice. With the opportunity to study audio and visual production, print journalism, digital media, and media practice, you will develop key skills and techniques for the production and critique of audio-visual material. The drama part of the course includes a wide range of practice, including playwriting, directing, devising, business of the arts, acting skills and solo and group performance. This course provides a solid grounding in the theoretical, technical and practical skills required of a future professional. Media and Drama at Bangor will offer you the opportunity to combine different theoretical aspects of the discipline with the chance to create original productions and performance pieces both as an individual and as a member of a group or ensemble. Our seasoned professionals will encourage you to express yourself to the full as well as giving you a solid grounding in the practical and theoretical aspects of the discipline, including performing, directing, producing, writing and devising. Bangor is the site for a range of Creative Industries conferences, video conferences and events. It is a regular site for visiting creative writers, film-makers, journalists, designers, dramatists, new media makers and more, and encourages students to engage widely with their creative interests beyond the realms of the formal coursework.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- P31W
- Institution code:
- B06
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 - 128 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM - DDM
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Extended Project
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - MMM - DDM
T Level
We allow you flexibility in meeting our entry requirements and accept a broad range of qualifications. We are happy to accept combinations of the qualifications listed above, as well as alternative Level 3 qualifications such as City & Guilds, Access and Cambridge Technical Diplomas. We also welcome applications from mature learners and/or those with other qualifications are considered on individual merit. If you cannot find the qualifications that you are studying (or have completed) listed above, please contact us for advice: [email protected] If you don't think you'll meet the entry requirements specified, you may be able to gain entry to this course via a Foundation Year route. Please see: Media, Film And Journalism (P320). International Candidates: school leaving qualifications that are equivalent to A levels/Level 3 and/or college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements), details at: www.bangor.ac.uk/international/applying/entryrequirements
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9250* | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Bangor University
Bangor (Wales)
LL57 2DG