Media Production with Foundation Year - BA (Hons)

Bucks New University

This industry facing course will help provide you with an in depth skill base in media production, incorporating a wide range of disciplines and practices. You’ll use state-of-the-art industry standard facilities and be taught by media professionals as you create and produce content across a range of platforms, from video and audio to photography and online.In the Foundation Year of this four-year course, you’ll build essential academic study skills. This year will help you gain confidence in your abilities. You’ll also identify your strengths and areas for development. Together, these will prepare you for progression to the undergraduate degree.

At BNU, you'll gain hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment like cameras, lighting, and sound gear. This practical training ensures you're job-ready from day one, giving you a competitive edge in the media industry. You'll also learn to use the latest software for editing and production, making you proficient in the tools that professionals use daily. With modules from Client Video Production to Advanced Post-Production Skills you'll graduate with a professional standard set of skills, ready to enter a wide range of industries.

Our lecturers are seasoned media professionals with extensive industry experience. They bring real-world insights into the classroom, helping you understand the latest trends and techniques in media production. You'll benefit from their mentorship and guidance, which can be invaluable as you navigate your own career path. Their connections in the industry can also provide you with unique opportunities for networking, internships, and job placements.

Equipped with professional quality cameras and microphones as well as a green screen room and multiple editing suites, our facilities are designed to simulate real-world production environments, giving you a taste of what to expect in your future career.

You'll engage in live project briefs that mirror industry challenges. These opportunities allow you to apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios, building a strong portfolio that showcases your talents to potential employers. Working on these projects helps you develop problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure, both of which are crucial in the media industry. You'll also receive feedback from industry professionals, helping you refine your work and improve your skills.

BNU encourages you to explore your creative ideas and push boundaries. With the freedom to experiment and innovate, you'll develop a unique voice and style that sets you apart in the media world.

You'll develop a range of techniques that can be used for online and offline media, covering a broad range of media such as recording techniques, photography, journalism, sound design, podcasting, video and screenwriting.Technical skills include film and television production, sound design, photography and podcasting. You’ll also gain an understanding of the creative and editorial process in creating content for different platforms. Optional modules allow you to explore the latest technologies, such as Virtual Production. You will be introduced to fundamental and advanced creative production and content creation techniques. Creative and technical areas of advanced editing and post production will be explored. You will also have the option to study advanced lighting techniques for specific environments.