Broadcast Production (TV and Radio) BA (Hons)
University of the West of Scotland
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Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 35 graduates of Broadcast Production (TV and Radio) BA (Hons) at University of the West of Scotland for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Media Studies.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Media Studies
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 | £19000 | £18500 | £24000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £15000 - £20500 | £14000 - £23000 | £19000 - £29500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Media Studies
| 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 |
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Course Description
OVERVIEW
UWS's BA (Hons) Broadcast Production (TV and Radio) combines theory and practice which will enable you to make and understand television, radio and other digital media.
Our course is accredited by ScreenSkills (the industry-led skills body for the screen industries) and is tailored to the needs of the current broadcasting industry.
You will be taught by academic staff with research expertise and extensive experience in the creative industries throughout the course.
In terms of practical nature of the course, your studies will incorporate industry professional guest lectures, work placement opportunities, as well as field visits to organisations such as the BBC and Glasgow’s Film City.
As a student on the course, you will have access to the latest broadcasting facilities and the chance to work in our state-of-the-art radio and television studios, digital sound and video editing suites; and the opportunity to broadcast on the campus radio station.
We will teach you how to develop and produce television programmes and multiplatform content, write scripts, produce radio, and make documentaries.
The course will also help you develop the skills necessary to critically study and analyse media output.
- PRACTICAL FOCUS
Work related learning and practical placement is promoted throughout the course. You will have the opportunity to broadcast on the campus radio station as part of your course of study. Students have undertaken placement/work-based learning with organisations such as QTV Sports, Thames Scotland and Scottish Television (STV).
The industry focus and vocational nature of the degree is reinforced through the many practical modules that have been designed in consultation with current practitioners.
The degree includes several practice-based staff who retain strong industry links. Much of the practical input, for example, on pitching and commissioning sessions, mirrors professional practice.
These strong industry links also afford the students opportunities for work placements and input from industry practitioners in the form of master-classes and guest lectures.
- PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
Our course is accredited by ScreenSkills - the industry-led skills body for the screen industries.
- CAREER PROSPECTS
Graduates from this programme have gone on to work for national broadcasters, such as the BBC, and a range of national and international media companies.
Jobs
This degree prepares you for entering the dynamic media and creative industries. National broadcasters, such as the BBC and a range of media companies at home and abroad, have employed UWS graduates.
We currently have graduates working at BBC Scotland, STV, independent production companies such as Maramedia, Lion Scotland, QTVSports and IWC Media. Some opt for a more technical role and we have alumni making their way as camera assistants or Digital Imaging Technicians on major drama productions. A growing number are moving into digital sports production working for major sporting organisations or companies that specialise in sports production.
Further Study
Many graduates of our course continue onto further postgraduate study – choosing such courses as Masters in Creative Media Practice or Broadcast Journalism.
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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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Broadcast Production (TV and Radio) BA (Hons) at University of the West of Scotland
| 40% | Secretarial and related occupations |
| 15% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 15% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 10% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 10% | Administrative occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
HNC in Care and Administrative Practice or Applied Science with B required in graded unit for entry to Year 1 Sufficient science and discursive subjects and a strong academic profile to be competitive. English and Maths at least at National 5 Grade B.
HND Legal Services: AAA in Graded Units. Other relevant HND qualifications will be considered on an individual basis; please contact us for advice.
Including one in a relevant subject/science (80 UCAS tariff points)
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Entry to Year 1 with SWAP (BBB) in Access to Humanities, with Higher English/Communication 4 Literature 1 (or equivalent)
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
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| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 60 with 5.5 minimum in each skill / component. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | 176 overall with no sub-test less than 169 |
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| Cambridge English Proficiency | 176 overall with no sub-test less than 169 |
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| Trinity ISE | ISEII with the minimum of a Pass in all sub-tests |
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| PTE Academic | 54 | An overall score of 54 with no element below 51 |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 78 | no sub-test less than: Reading: 17; Listening: 17; Speaking: 17; Writing: 17 |
Costs
Tuition Fees Broadcast Production (TV and Radio) BA (Hons)
| Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £14500 | year 1 |
| International | £14500 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
- TUITION FEE INFORMATION - SCOTTISH STUDENTS:
Eligible Scottish domiciled students can usually apply to have their tuition fees paid for them each year of their studies by the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). If you're not sure about your eligibility, you should contact SAAS. You need to apply to SAAS each year of study to have your tuition fees paid directly to UWS.
- TUITION FEE INFORMATION - UK, IRISH & GIBRALTARIAN STUDENTS:
Eligible students who are domiciled in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland as well as from the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, Gibraltar or the Republic of Ireland will qualify for tuition fees of £9,250 per academic session of study to a maximum of three years if you are studying on a four year bachelor degree course (eg. BAcc (Hons) / BA (Hons) / BEng (Hons) / BSc (Hons)). So, if your degree is four years' duration, you will only be charged tuition fees for three years. Similarly, if you are studying a five year integrated master's degree course (eg. MEng (Hons)) the you will only be charged tuition fees for four years.
- TUITION FEE INFORMATION - INTERNATIONAL (NON-EU) & EU STUDENTS:
These tuition fees apply to all non-EU, EEA, and all other EU students (excluding those from Republic of Ireland and Gibraltar, whose fee level is as per UK (non-Scottish) students - see section above for more details).
- ADDITIONAL COSTS:
The cost of attending university is an investment in your future career.
In addition to tuition fees and living expenses, some courses involve extra costs such as consumable study materials, field trips, equipment and uniforms. You may also want to purchase some core texts and technology such as a new laptop etc. Some of these additional costs are optional, some, such as uniforms or safety equipment may be mandatory.
Check the course entry on our website for more more information
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)
- year 2
- year 3
- year 4
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About University of the West of Scotland
Located in the Scottish town of Paisley, we find the University of the West of Scotland (UWS). This institution also owns and operates three other secondary campuses in Ayr, Blantyre and Dumfries. Paisley campus is attended by a medium-sized student population of roughly 10,000 and provides the opportunity to study a selection of programmes related to Nursing, Engineering, Social Sciences, Business, and Computing.
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