Media Production MA

This masters course is designed to equip you with the professional skills necessary to succeed in the digital media production industry, while grounding your knowledge in production theory.<br/><br/>For those who already have industry experience, or are looking to change career path, the course provides the chance to learn additional skills and apply professional media practice to your existing resume.<br/><br/><strong>Whats covered in this course?</strong><br/>You will gain a comprehensive understanding of visual and audio mediums and their ongoing evolution. The course embeds professional practice throughout its curriculum, preparing you for careers across a range of digital media, including contemporary online platforms as well as established television and radio broadcasting. You will be encouraged to apply academic thinking to evaluate the current state of digital media, and critically reflect on your performance. Throughout your studies, you will be supported by experienced academic staff, such as documentary producer Sam Coley and television producer Emily Rushmer. You will have access to Adobe Creative Cloud applications and our state-of-the-art facilities at the Parkside campus, including radio and TV studios, VR and Motion Capture equipment, 360 Cameras, and audio and video editing suites. A full range of video and still cameras, lighting, and audio recording equipment will be available for hire, to help you complete your course work.<br/><br/>If you have an interest in video production, you will develop an in-depth understanding of production processes and explore online content development and distribution. Students with an interest in audio production will build skills in sound design, multitrack editing, and audio mastering, with opportunities to create podcasts, on-demand content, or traditional radio documentaries and features. The course includes training in live studio production and presentation skills, along with techniques for creating targeted content for social media platforms. The course encourages aspiring freelancers to develop their entrepreneurial and networking abilities to help launch a professional career. Specialist production modules are designed to mirror industry approaches, requiring teamwork for some assessments. This practical approach has enabled numerous recent MA students to transition seamlessly into professional production roles. The course provides a comprehensive blend of practical experience, theoretical knowledge, and professional development, to ensure you are well-prepared for a career in the digital media production industry.<br/><br/><strong>Professional Placement option</strong><br/>This course offers an optional professional placement. This allows you to spend 20 weeks with an employer, following completion of your taught modules, and is a great way to enhance your employability.<br/><br/>The experience you gain through your placement will allow you to evidence your professional skills, attitudes and behaviours at the point of entry to the postgraduate job market.<br/><br/>If you choose the placement option, you will be responsible for finding and securing a suitable placement to complement your chosen area of study. You will be able to draw on the University’s extensive network of local, regional and national employers, and the support of our Careers teams. If you do not secure a suitable placement, you will automatically be transferred back to the standard, non-placement version of the course.<br/><br/>Please note: Placements will only be confirmed following a competitive, employer-led selection process. As such, the University will not be able to guarantee placements for students who have registered for the professional placement option.