Canterbury Christ Church University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Get ready with a foundation year and learn the foundational skills and knowledge to complete a full Honours degree. You'll be able to embark on this qualification without meeting the level 3 entry requirements, giving you the opportunity to study at degree level through this four year course. Top 10 in the UK for the quality of teaching in the subject area of communication and media studies. (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026) Become a skilled content creator, explore the fascinating world of immersive design, gain an in-depth knowledge of social media strategies and develop skills in a broad range of media production techniques from podcasting to visual effects. On this industry-centred course, you’ll be taught by a team of lecturers with extensive industry experience. You’ll gain hands on experience with industry software and equipment such as 360 cameras, mobile gimbals and motion capture technologies as well as having access to green screen, TV and audio recording studios. A focus on emerging and innovative production will place you at the forefront of new trends and technologies. As well as experience of working on client briefs as part of your studies, you’ll have the opportunity to apply to be a freelance creative within our Creatives Agency. Whether you are aspiring to become a content creator, media strategist or innovative storyteller, as a Media Production graduate you’ll have honed your skills in your chosen specialism and be equipped to thrive in the dynamic media environment. Join us to shape the future of media! Top reasons to study with us
- You’ll develop practical skills using industry-standard software and equipment in specialist facilities.
- Our focus on emerging and innovative production will place you at the forefront of new trends and technologies.
- You’ll be taught by a team of lecturers with a broad range of industry experience.
- 95% of our students were satisfied with their academic support in the subject area of Media Studies - National Student Survey 2025.
- Graduates from our media courses have gone on to gain a variety of roles, including content creator, motion designer, animator, podcaster, social media manager and digital marketing director. Many graduates have also started successful freelance businesses.
Modules
For a list of core and likely optional modules, please visit our website.
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:
- P308
- Institution code:
- C10
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff
A level - DDE
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
Scottish Higher
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.
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 | £17000 | Year 1 |
| International | £17000 | 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
Home (UK) Fees:
Home (UK) tuition fees for Foundation Years at Canterbury Christ Church University will be set in line with the maximum tuition fee cap for foundation years in classroom-based subjects or non-classroom-based subjects, as set by the UK Government. Home (UK) tuition fees for subsequent years 1-3 are currently set in line with the maximum tuition fee cap for standard undergraduate degrees set by the UK Government, currently £9,535. However, this is subject to any changes to the maximum tuition fee cap, or any other changes to regulated undergraduate tuition fees, that might be subsequently approved by Parliament for the 2026/27 academic year onwards.
International Tuition Fees (including EU fees):
Undergraduate tuition fees for International students are not subject to the Government’s regulations on maximum tuition fees. The University’s 2026/27 Overseas tuition fees for international students, and information about any mid-course increases, will be published on each course webpage. More details about International student fees and funding and any Scholarships which are available can be found on the following weblink which will be updated for 2026/27 entrants in due course: https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/study-here/fees-and-funding/international-student-fees-and-funding
Provider information
Canterbury Christ Church University
North Holmes Road
Canterbury
CT1 1QU