Film and Media courses

Join the next generation of multi-platform content creators. Learn from practising professionals, then get to grips with industry-standard equipment and apply your learnings to live briefs. You'll also have free access to Adobe Creative Cloud as part of our Adobe Creative Campus partnership.

#1 in the South West

for Satisfaction with Teaching in Film Production and Photography (Guardian University Guide 2025)

#1 in the South West

for Continuation in Communications and Media Studies (Complete University Guide 2025)

Single honours courses

Students in front of and behind the camera

Engage with new technologies, work on live briefs and collaborate with industry partners.

Related careers:

  • Freelance media creation
  • Video production
  • Post-production
  • Podcasting
  • Digital marketing
Course details
Two film students look through the viewfinder of a camera

Understand theory, criticism and the relationship between film, media and culture.

Related careers:

  • Broadcasting
  • Directing
  • Editing
  • Advertising
  • Journalism
Course details
Students in a television studio filming dancers.

Develop, produce, direct and crew your own productions in state-of-the-art studio facilities.

Related careers:

  • Production
  • Editing
  • Directing
  • Social media
  • Motion graphics
Course details
Man with a VR headset on

Gain the sought-after skills needed to succeed in the thriving communications industry.

Related careers:

  • Marketing
  • Public relations
  • Journalism
  • Social media
  • Advertising
Course details
Students in front of and behind the camera

Engage with new technologies, work on live briefs and collaborate with industry partners.

Related careers:

  • Freelance media creation
  • Video production
  • Post-production
  • Podcasting
  • Digital marketing
Course details
Two film students look through the viewfinder of a camera

Understand theory, criticism and the relationship between film, media and culture.

Related careers:

  • Broadcasting
  • Directing
  • Editing
  • Advertising
  • Journalism
Course details
Students in a television studio filming dancers.

Develop, produce, direct and crew your own productions in state-of-the-art studio facilities.

Related careers:

  • Production
  • Editing
  • Directing
  • Social media
  • Motion graphics
Course details
Man with a VR headset on

Gain the sought-after skills needed to succeed in the thriving communications industry.

Related careers:

  • Marketing
  • Public relations
  • Journalism
  • Social media
  • Advertising
Course details

Combined courses

An influencer positions her wheelchair in front of her camera, laptop and studio lighting

Bring business management and digital innovation together to drive change in how businesses communicate with their audiences.

Course details
An actor recites lines from a script

Find your voice as you immerse yourself in theory, criticism and the relationship between film, media and culture.

Course details
A person holding a clapperboard on a film set

Pursue your passions as you experiment, reflect and innovate, exploring your own unique creative identity.

Course details
Two people recording a podcast

Gain real-world experience as you respond to briefs and manage projects, while building practical skills to prepare for a successful communications career.

Course details
Young person in a beige hoodie looking at screens in Times Square

Combine your passion for filmmaking with the confidence to communicate ideas in innovative ways.

Course details

Shape stories into ideas for print, digital and beyond, then get hands-on experience of turning them into a reality.

Course details

Learn how to tackle social issues creatively, and use your communication skills to better the world around us.

Course details
An influencer positions her wheelchair in front of her camera, laptop and studio lighting

Bring business management and digital innovation together to drive change in how businesses communicate with their audiences.

Course details
An actor recites lines from a script

Find your voice as you immerse yourself in theory, criticism and the relationship between film, media and culture.

Course details
A person holding a clapperboard on a film set

Pursue your passions as you experiment, reflect and innovate, exploring your own unique creative identity.

Course details
Two people recording a podcast

Gain real-world experience as you respond to briefs and manage projects, while building practical skills to prepare for a successful communications career.

Course details
Young person in a beige hoodie looking at screens in Times Square

Combine your passion for filmmaking with the confidence to communicate ideas in innovative ways.

Course details

Shape stories into ideas for print, digital and beyond, then get hands-on experience of turning them into a reality.

Course details

Learn how to tackle social issues creatively, and use your communication skills to better the world around us.

Course details

What do our students think?

“A community of students and staff coming together to develop new ways of communicating media to audiences”

Students are given the creative freedom to build a powerful portfolio of communications, digital marketing, journalism and social media content. I found my passion in journalism, but also explored website building, crafting an Alternate Reality Game, photo and video editing, blog writing and social media – the skills from which I'll carry forward in both my personal and professional life.

Amber Wisteria, BA (Hons) Media Communications graduate

Why study at Bath Spa University?

A modern, glass-fronted building with a garden out front and students walking past

At the heart of our Newton Park campus you'll find our state-of-the-art teaching space, Commons – home to our studios, editing suites, mixing rooms and viewing theatre.

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Our purpose-built TV studios and post-production facilities rival those used by commercial organisations and broadcast companies, and we offer an extensive equipment loan service.

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Whether you prefer accommodation in Bath's vibrant city centre or the tranquility of Newton Park halls, your new home awaits. 

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From grants and short-term loans to low-cost hot meals, free period products and on-campus food larders, we’ve got a range of services and support to help you manage your money.

A happy student graduating from university

Need someone to critique your CV? Looking for a part-time job while you study? Want a mentor? Our Careers team have you covered.

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Whatever you need, our Student Wellbeing Services team is here to signpost you in the right direction. Access a range of 24/7 services, as well as long-term support.

A Student Ambassador helps a visitor at an Open Day

Not sure if BSU is right for you? Visiting us at an Open Day is the best way to find out!

  • Meet our students and staff 
  • Tour our facilities and accommodation 
  • Learn more about your chosen course
Book now
A modern, glass-fronted building with a garden out front and students walking past

At the heart of our Newton Park campus you'll find our state-of-the-art teaching space, Commons – home to our studios, editing suites, mixing rooms and viewing theatre.

Interior shot of the TV studio with green screen background

Our purpose-built TV studios and post-production facilities rival those used by commercial organisations and broadcast companies, and we offer an extensive equipment loan service.

Students talking in a shared student kitchen

Whether you prefer accommodation in Bath's vibrant city centre or the tranquility of Newton Park halls, your new home awaits. 

Smiling student standing at a shop counter

From grants and short-term loans to low-cost hot meals, free period products and on-campus food larders, we’ve got a range of services and support to help you manage your money.

A happy student graduating from university

Need someone to critique your CV? Looking for a part-time job while you study? Want a mentor? Our Careers team have you covered.

Four students walking on campus with mature trees in background

Whatever you need, our Student Wellbeing Services team is here to signpost you in the right direction. Access a range of 24/7 services, as well as long-term support.

A Student Ambassador helps a visitor at an Open Day

Not sure if BSU is right for you? Visiting us at an Open Day is the best way to find out!

  • Meet our students and staff 
  • Tour our facilities and accommodation 
  • Learn more about your chosen course
Book now