Media Studies with Theatre and Performance BA (Hons)
Bangor University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 25 graduates of Media Studies with Theatre and Performance BA (Hons) and other courses in Media Studies at Bangor University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Media Studies.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Media, Journalism and Communications
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Media Studies at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £18500 | £17000 | £22000 |
25-75 percentile range | £18000 - £22000 | £15000 - £21500 | £18500 - £27500 |
All Media, Journalism and Communications courses of Bangor University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Media, Journalism and Communications
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £21771 | £19297 | £23262 |
25-75 percentile range | £18715 - £24895 | £15218 - £24297 | £17814 - £29255 |
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Course Description
The course blends media studies with theatre 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 Theatre part of the course includes a wide range of practice, including community theatre, 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.
There has never been a more exciting time to be studying and practising media and theatre. Make a profession of your passion with this exciting degree course which is aimed at students who want to study media theory in the fields of film, television, radio, digital media, and advertising, as well as theatre and theatre practice.
Media Studies with Theatre and Performance 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.
Taught by leading analysts and practitioners, we will prepare you for the opportunities within the media, theatre and other creative industries. Media and theatre staff in the School are practising professionals and consultants, and have a range of research interests including theatre practice, acting and performing, advertising, media regulation, privacy, digital journalism, political communication, online journalism, professional writing, comics, visual culture, gaming, virtual worlds, global media, social networks, and documentary.
Nestled in a breathtaking location between the Snowdonia mountains and the sea, Bangor is the perfect place to experiment, create, make, think and analyse. The Media department is situated at the heart of the University campus, offering a close-knit and friendly community alongside the bustle of cafes, shops and city life.
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.
‘Placement Year’ and 'International Experience Year’ options are available for this course. You will have the opportunity to fully consider these options when you have started your course at Bangor and can make an application for a transfer onto such a pathway at the appropriate time. You can find more information about these options on our website and if you have any questions, please get in touch.
If you don’t have the required qualifications for this degree-level course or are looking to re-enter education after time away from study, then a Foundation Year Programme might be the right choice for you. Please see Media Studies and Production (with Foundation Year) P31F.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Media Studies with Theatre and Performance BA (Hons) at Bangor University
15% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
15% | Business and public service associate professionals |
10% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
10% | Sales occupations |
5% | Media Professionals |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Media Studies
All Media Studies courses of Bangor University
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 4.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 5.5
- Others Pre-masters English 5 month program
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- 5.0
- Others Pre-masters English 6 month program
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- 4.5
- Others Pre-masters English 9 month program
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- 6.0
- Graduate Degrees
- (no subscore less than 5.5)
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
- (no subscore less than 5.5)
Costs
Tuition Fees Media Studies with Theatre and Performance BA (Hons)
Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
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England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
Wales | £9000 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9000 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Bangor University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Bangor University in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #4
- #401
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
See all 29 university rankings of Bangor University
About Bangor University
Founded in 1884 in Bangor, Wales, Bangor University offers strong support when it comes to student research initiatives. Some examples include the Environment Centre, a dedicated Language facility, and Europe’s largest underground root laboratory in Treborth Botanic Gardens. Additionally, the campus is situated less than 15 minutes away from Garth Pier on-foot, one of the main places to visit in Bangor.
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Media Studies BA (Hons) | University of Huddersfield | 85% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £16500 | 128 | Huddersfield | On campus Full-time | |
Media and Communications BSc (Hons) | London Metropolitan University | 72% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £17600 | 100 | London | On campus Full-time | |
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Media Studies BA (Hons) | University of Hull | 76% | 15% | 5% | £9250 | £15400 | 119 | Hull | On campus Full-time | |
Media and Communications BA (Hons) | Cardiff University | - | - | - | £9000 | £20450 £22700 | - | Cardiff | On campus Full-time | |
Spanish and International Media and Communications Studies BA (Hons) | The University of Nottingham | 61% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £21500 | 149 | Nottingham | On campus Full-time | |
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Ranking publishers
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)