12Jan
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Course summary
A Brighton Content Creation degree prepares you for a variety of rewarding creative career paths, including roles such as social media manager, content editor, video editor, content strategist or podcast producer. Studying here at Brighton, you’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. This course is packed with opportunities to build real-world experience, including a paid placement after year two and live projects with industry partners throughout the course. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further and explore who you are as a creator; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best. Top reasons to choose this course
- Content creation is a fast-growing industry and billion-dollar global market, so it’s an exciting area to work in!
- You will graduate as a versatile creative with a range of skills and an experimental attitude which will open doors to a career in podcasting, production, social media, marketing and more.
- The course moves with the times and is reactive to contemporary practices.
- Our lecturers are practising content creators who bring their skills and experience to your learning.
- Boost your CV with an optional paid placement year to apply your learning in a real-world setting and gain valuable industry connections.
- Learn in a creative, diverse and supportive community right in the centre of Brighton.
Modules
Year 1 You will develop the creative and technical skills needed to produce engaging digital content. You’ll also learn how to understand audiences and explore how culture and technology shape how content is created and shared. Alongside practical projects, you’ll gain research, presentation and professional skills to prepare you for a career in the creative industries. Core modules Introduction to Content Creation Study Skills in the Creative Industries Digital and Web Media Design Content Creation for Social Media Introduction to Visual Promotion Understanding Audiences: Theory and Context Year 2 You’ll apply your creative and technical skills to real-world projects, working with clients and organisations on live briefs as well as developing a professional portfolio. You’ll continue to build experience in producing different types of content while exploring how creativity can drive social change and sustainability. Core modules Making; Society, Economy and Environment (SEE) Content Creation – Live Project Podcasting Developing a Content Creation Portfolio Promotional Video Production Social Media for Activist and Community Groups Optional placement year An optional placement year gives you the chance to apply your skills in a professional setting, gain industry experience and build valuable contacts before returning for your final year. Final year You’ll refine your individual creative voice and prepare for your career in content creation through a major self-directed project and a professional portfolio. You’ll also gain real-world experience through a 10-week live project with an external organisation, putting your skills into practice and building valuable industry connections. Core modules Content Creation Futures Digital Media Marketing and Innovation Content Creation – Final Major Project Professional Portfolio Professional Practice
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
14Jan
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:
- W212
- Institution code:
- B72
- Campus name:
- Brighton
- Campus code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
Must meet all learning outcomes of Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 - 104 points
A level - BBB - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM - DDM
Access to HE Diploma
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5. in each element, or equivalent English Language qualification. |
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Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17250 | Year 1 |
| International | £17250 | Year 1 |
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
The fees listed in the table above are for full-time UK undergraduate students in academic year 2025-26. You will pay further fees in each year of your course. Fees may increase each year. UK undergraduate and certain postgraduate fees are regulated by the UK government. The annual fee increase will not exceed the UK government's maximum regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year. Many of our courses include the option of a salaried placement year. Tuition fees for a placement year are charged at a lower rate of £1850. The international tuition fees listed above are for full-time courses during the academic year 2025-26. Further tuition fees are payable in each year of study. Non-regulated tuition fees, which usually apply to international students and UK postgraduate students* are subject to an annual increase of a maximum of 5% or the Consumer Prices Index (CPI), whichever is higher.
*Some designated postgraduate courses are regulated by the UK government – the annual fee increase for eligible UK / Home students on these designated courses will not exceed the UK government’s regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year.
Provider information
University of Brighton
Mithras House
Lewes Road
Brighton
BN2 4AT