Future Media Production (with Professional Placement) BA (Hons)

**Why Choose Us?**<br/><br/>· **Entrepreneurial and Industry Focused** <br/>Experience an array of technologies and methods from fine art to genAI. Unlike traditional media programmes - focused on linear career paths - the BA Future Media Production course promotes a hexagonal skill set: interconnected, multi-directional, and hybrid.<br/>· **Unique Opportunities**<br/>The course lives within the renowned Bournemouth Film School, which offers an exceptional environment for hands-on learning, giving students real-world experience to prepare for today’s fast-changing media industry.<br/>· **Cross-Course Collaboration**<br/>You will engage with a vibrant creative community, collaborating with filmmakers, animators, actors, writers, costume designers, makeup artists, illustrators, and more.<br/>· **Collaborative Opportunities with Industry Partners**<br/>You will have opportunities to work with graduates and industry partners through our groundbreaking BFS Funding Futures scheme.<br/>· **Celebrated Alumni**<br/>Follow in the footsteps of Edgar Wright (Baby Driver, Shaun of the Dead), Simon Beaufoy (Slumdog Millionaire, The Hunger Games: Catching Fire), Nick Rowland (Calm with Horses), and Molly Manning Walker (How to Have Sex), amongst many others.<br/><br/>**What To Expect**<br/>The BA (Hons) Future Media Production at Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) is designed to place students at the forefront of the evolving media landscape. More than just a media course, it offers a transformative experience connecting film, animation and VFX with emerging technologies such as interactive media and genAI. Based in the lively environment of Bournemouth Film School, the programme will develop versatile graduates capable of navigating complex media environments. Students will learn to combine multiple disciplines, gaining adaptable skills tailored to contemporary industries.<br/><br/>**Cultivating Career-Ready Skills**<br/>The course encourages you to experiment, solo and collaboratively, across disciplines with creative freedom. This approach prepares you for interdisciplinary roles and builds your adaptability in a rapidly evolving industry.<br/><br/>Graduates will be highly employable in sectors such as:<br/><br/><br/>- Film, animation, advertising studios<br/><br/><br/>- Post-production and VFX companies<br/><br/><br/>- Game development firms<br/><br/><br/>- Media and marketing agencies<br/><br/><br/>- Tech companies specializing in AR/VR, UI/UX, and automation<br/><br/><br/>- Freelance and entrepreneurial ventures<br/><br/><br/>New roles like Creative Technologist, AR/VR Developer, Generative Artist, and AI/ML Content Creator are central to the future media landscape, expanding career possibilities.<br/><br/>**Professional Placement**<br/>Between your second and third year of study, you have the option of taking a **Professional Placement Year.** You take charge of securing your own placement, with guidance from your course team. Opting for this path will boost your industry experience and skills while you continue your studies. Choosing this option now does not tie you into taking the Professional Placement Year. Once youre here and studying with us, the course team will discuss the placement options with you.<br/><br/>**The Future Starts Here**<br/>In 2025, BFS will undergo a major expansion, reimagining the possibilities within the media industry. This growth, alongside our BFS Funding Futures initiative, will strengthen industry collaborations, promote innovation, and prepare students for emerging opportunities. The course provides a strong foundation for postgraduate study and a launchpad for a successful creative career. Join us and unlock your potential as a filmmaker, digital artist, or media innovator—be part of shaping the future of visual storytelling.