Television BA (Hons)



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Overview

BA (Hons) Television direct entry (Year 3) degree course will encourage you to think and work creatively and professionally on practical production work across drama and factual genres.

This ScreenSkills-accredited course strikes a balance between gaining technical production skills and developing your creative practice through teamwork. 

We have strong links to the creative and media industries in Scotland and beyond, which are embedded in our teaching and learning. And with direct entry to Year 3, we support students from Further Education to succeed at university.

The programme reflects the converging worlds of broadcast television, film and new media, providing a distinctive and high-quality undergraduate experience. 

The course provides a work-based learning module, dedicated to help students gain work experience in the industry.

This award-winning course was nominated as one of the top three universities in Scotland for Film Production and Photography in the Guardian University Awards 2017.

This course is industry recognised by ScreenSkills, the industry-led skills body for the UK's screen-based industries and carries the ScreenSkills quality-mark for the purposes of indicating courses best suited to prepare students for a career in the screen industries.

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Mode of Study:

Full-time

Duration:

2 years

Start date:

Sep

UCAS code:

P301

Placement:

Yes

Course details

The course is structured so that your individual qualities and interests can be identified and developed. 

This course is industry recognised by ScreenSkills, the industry-led skills body for the UK's screen-based industries and carries the ScreenSkills Select endorsement which indicates courses best suited to prepare students for a career in the screen industries. The course has very close links with industry and with a range of practitioners involved in all aspects of television and media production. Teaching staff also have direct personal experience.

In Year 3 you will study and engage with practical and theoretical approaches to TV production, linking directly to industry contexts. There is an emphasis on team work which reflects the collaborative nature of professional practices in television employment

In Year 4 you will focus your creative and technical skills and prepare for and execute your Final Project production. You will choose an option between researching and writing an academic dissertation or engaging in industry-focused experience and career pathways.

We also offer BA (Hons) Television through our partner, City of Glasgow College.

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    How you’ll be taught

    You’ll learn by a variety of teaching methods including lectures, seminars, workshops, independent study and research.
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    Assessments

    You will be continuously assessed throughout the academic year, through both creative practical work and academic assessment, including essays, case studies and reports, as well as production documentation.
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    Work placement

    In Year 4, the TV Work Based Learning module is dedicated to helping you secure industry experience. The School of Creative Industries also has a dedicated careers team who work closely with Programme staff to offer support and opportunities across a range of creative and media industries.
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    Study abroad

    This is a direct entry course and there are no opportunities within the course structure to study abroad. However, we do support students who wish to gain experience abroad during the summer of Year 3, and with funding applications to film abroad for Year 4 Final Projects.

Popular modules

Year 3

Compulsory modules:

  • TV Factual Research
  • TV Factual Production
  • TV Scriptwriting
  • Television Studies
  • TV Studio Production
  • TV Drama Production

Year 4

Compulsory modules:

  • TV Final Project Research
  • TV Specialisms
  • TV Final Project

Options include:

  • TV Work Based Learning
  • TV Dissertation
  • Professional Development

OUR INDUSTRY PARTNERS

We work closely with our industry partners to offer projects, short-term work placements and work experience opportunities to our BA Television students throughout their degree.

Disclaimer

Study modules mentioned above are indicative only. Some changes may occur between now and the time that you study.

Full information is available in our disclaimer.

Entry requirements

What are the entry requirements for Television?

If academic conditions are met, and after further scrutiny of the application, applicants may be invited to an interview and asked to submit a showreel/portfolio.

Our entry requirements indicate the minimum qualifications with which we normally accept students. Competition for places varies from year to year and you aren't guaranteed a place if you meet the minimum qualifications.

Can I make an appointment with an advisor to discuss further about the admission process?

If you want to get more information on the admission process, please get in touch with the undergraduate admissions team by submitting an enquiry form above.

Minimum Year 3

HND

  • Pass HND in a relevant subject with Grade B at SCQF Level 8 in all graded units.
  • Relevant HND subjects: Television Production, Advertising and Public Relations, Creative Industries: Television, Audio Visual Technology, Creative Industries: Media and Communication, Film, Film and Digital Media.

If your first language isn't English, you'll normally need to undertake an approved English language test and our minimum English language requirements will apply.

This may not apply if you have completed all your school qualifications in English. Check our country pages to find out if this applies to you.

We welcome applications from students studying a wide range of international qualifications.
Entry requirements by country

Please note that international students are unable to enrol onto the following courses:
  • BM Midwifery/MM Midwifery
  • All Graduate Apprenticeship courses.

See who can apply for more information on Graduate Apprenticeship courses.

We’re committed to admitting students who have the potential to succeed and benefit from our programmes of study. 

Our admissions policies will help you understand our admissions procedures, and how we use the information you provide us in your application to inform the decisions we make.

Undergraduate admissions policies
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Fees & funding

The course fees you'll pay and the funding available to you will depend on a number of factors including your nationality, location, personal circumstances and the course you are studying. We also have a number of bursaries and scholarships available to our students.

Tuition fees
Students from 2024/25 2025/26
Scotland £1,820 £1,820
England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland £9,250 £9,250
Overseas and EU £19,340 £20,310
Students from England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland will be invoiced the tuition fees for 3 years of their 4 years of study. The University offers a range of attractive Tuition Fee bursaries to students resident in specific countries. More information on these can be found here.
Please note tuition fees are subject to an annual review and may increase from one year to the next. For more information on this and other Tuition Fee matters please see Frequently Asked Questions about Fees Click this link for Information of Bursaries and Scholarships
If additional compulsory costs other than the tuition fees are applicable, these will be detailed in the course details.
Please note that the tuition fees liable to be paid by EU nationals commencing their studies from 1 August 2021 will be the Overseas fee rate. The University offers a range of attractive Tuition Fee bursaries to students resident in specific countries. More information on these can be found here.


Careers

Television students rehearse a scene as part of a television drama module in the TV studio

What can you do with a BA (Hons) Television course?

Our dynamic programme designed for aspiring television professionals will guide you to step behind the camera and explore the art and craft of television production. Through a blend of theory, practice, and hands-on projects, you'll learn to develop and produce compelling content that entertains, informs, and inspires audiences. This course will prepare you for a position in the highly competitive creative and media sector. The positions you’ll be pursuing could include:

  • Runner
  • Researcher
  • Editor
  • Television Assistant Producer
  • Television Director
  • New Media Producer
  • Community Media Producer
  • Multimedia Manager

Throughout the course, you'll explore the history and theory of television, learn to operate industry-standard equipment, and gain practical experience producing a variety of television formats, from news and documentaries to drama and entertainment. Through studio sessions, location shoots, and collaborative projects, you'll gain insights into the television industry and prepare to pursue a career in this exciting and ever-evolving field.

Whether you aspire to create compelling documentaries, produce engaging television dramas, or develop innovative formats for streaming services, our BA (Hons) in Television will provide you with the knowledge, skills, and connections to succeed in the dynamic and competitive world of television production.

What does a Television Director do?

As a Television Director, you will lead the charge in shaping television programming where your creative vision and leadership will bring stories to life on the small screen. In this role, you'll serve as the driving force behind television productions, overseeing every aspect of the creative process to ensure that artistic visions are realized and audiences are engaged.

Your responsibilities will span from interpreting scripts and storyboards to directing actors, blocking scenes, and collaborating with production crews. Picture yourself orchestrating dynamic camera movements, coaching performances, and making creative decisions that shape the look and feel of television shows.

You'll leverage your visual storytelling skill and your ability to collaborate with writers, producers, and actors to create compelling and memorable television experiences. Whether you're directing dramas, comedies, or live events, your focus will be on capturing moments that resonate with audiences and elevate the overall quality of the production. Your passion for television and your dedication to bringing stories to life on the small screen will set you apart as a visionary director, shaping the future of television and inspiring audiences around the world.

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