Teesside University
Film and Television Production with Foundation Year BA (Hons)
Teesside University

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews for 15 graduates of Film and Television Production with Foundation Year BA (Hons) at Teesside University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Media Studies.

Overall student satisfaction
76 /100
15 total respondents
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

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
Median salary £19500 £18500 £21000
25-75 percentile range £15000 - £21000 £15500 - £23000 £17000 - £26000


Salary of all UK Graduates of Media, Journalism and Communications

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22017 £19297 £23262
25-75 percentile range £19000 - £25033 £15218 - £24297 £17814 - £29255

Course Description

Available for September or January intakes.

To apply for January 2024 intake, amend the cycle filter to 2023-2024, select the option for January and remember to use point of entry Foundation Year. If you experience any issues adding your course choice, please contact UCAS Customer Services on 0371 468 0 468.

Course overview: This course includes a foundation year - ideal if you need additional preparation or if you don't have sufficient grades to join Year 1. Lights, Camera, Action! Ever imagined your name on the big screen as a producer or a director? Maybe you see yourself as a camera operator, editor, cinematographer, screenwriter or broadcast presenter? A degree in Film and Television Production will give you all the skills you need to shine in a range of roles within a flourishing broadcasting industry. The BBC is one of several broadcasters that has committed to significant investment in the North East film and TV industry over the next five years, and Teesside University is ideally placed to support your development within the heart of a growing and thriving broadcasting community. You have access to industry-standard facilities including two working television studios, a fully operational radio station, digital film production equipment, grading and edit suites as well as access to the full range of software available through the Adobe Creative Suite. We also have our very own multimedia platform - TUXtra - which showcases content produced by students and volunteers across the university. We pride ourselves on being able to offer our students the opportunity to work on live briefs from an impressive range of industry contacts, ensuring that you hone your skills within real-life environments, working alongside the likes of the BBC, Channel 4 and ITV Signpost. Supported by our dedicated technical staff, you’ll soon become familiar with a range of film-making disciplines while experiencing working as part of a media production team. Film and Television Production students at Teesside University may also be eligible to apply for a range of scholarships, including our Franc Roddam scholarship and our Marston Scholarship. Franc Roddam is a Hollywood film director and producer well known as the creator of Auf Wiedersehen Pet, MasterChef and the renowned film classic Quadrophenia. After the course: Our graduates go on to work in a variety of creative industries including film, television, digital media, audio production, creative arts organisations, marketing, social media and events.

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.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Film and Television Production with Foundation Year BA (Hons) at Teesside University

40% Elementary occupations
25% Engineering professionals
10% Managers, directors and senior officials
10% Information Technology Professionals
10%
10% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals

Access assessment information through Teesside University’s website using the course page link provided (or visit www.tees.ac.uk).

Grading Distribution

Students of the course received the following grades

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Film and Television Production with Foundation Year, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Film and Television Production with Foundation Year BA (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Ireland £9250 year 1
EU £15000 year 1
International £15000 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:

  • Foundation

University Rankings

Positions of Teesside University in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of Teesside University in related subject specific rankings.

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #73 
    • #601 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]

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About Teesside University

Founded in 1929, Teesside University is located in the large town of Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, England. Teeside invests significantly in research, and in its themed research centres for: Sustainable Engineering, Social Innovation, Biosciences, Public Health, Digital Innovation, Rehabilitation, Applied Psychological Science and Culture and Creativity. For students who are keen on sports, there is also a wide variety of modern installations to satisfy your exercise needs.

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Student composition of Teesside University

undergraduates:
10750
postgraduates:
6270
Total:
17020
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