Film and Drama

On this Film and Drama degree, you can explore your passion for performing arts, visual communication and live artistic expression. Develop your critical and theoretical understanding of film and drama whilst improving your professional practice.

Learn skills in filmmaking and editing, improve your acting skills and rehears and perform with fellow drama students whilst learning about the cultural and historical impact of film and drama. You will learn about the film industry, film history and theory, as well as filmmaking techniques. You can also explore digital media, television, radio, music videos, podcasting and social media.

We cover all forms of drama from stage and screen to radio and podcast. We look at diverse practices, including arts management, health and wellbeing and creativity in education. Our Drama staff are all practising professionals with experience in actor’s training, directing, production and new writing with additional expertise in Musical Theatre, Opera and Community Theatre.

Studying Film and Drama at Bangor can be your launchpad to a great career across the creative and cultural industries. We have strong links with theatres, arts centres, cinemas and media companies provide opportunities to gain work experience.

‘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, Film & and Journalism (with Foundation Year) P320.

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You’ll benefit from high quality teaching, expert support and a friendly learning environment at a top 20 UK university (Uni Compare Rankings 2027), while gaining real world experience through work placements and opportunities to study abroad. With accommodation guaranteed for all Clearing applicants, you can settle in quickly and start making the most of university life from day one.

Bangor’s stunning campus and close knit community make it easy to feel at home. Meet friends at Bar Uno, Pontio or Barlows, stay active at Brailsford Sports Centre, or learn in specialist facilities including a Natural History Museum, Botanic Garden, research ship, replica courtroom and fully equipped media centre.

Set between the mountains and the sea, with excellent transport links and a low cost of living, Bangor offers an outstanding student experience where you can belong, grow in confidence and shape your future. It’s time to make Bangor your new home!