Bachelor in Film & Television

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Metropolia University of Applied Sciences

Program Overview

The Bachelor’s Degree in Film and Television at Metropolia University of Applied Sciences is designed to turn you into a creative and technically skilled media professional, combining storytelling, production, and technical expertise. It’s ideal if you want to work in film, TV, or digital media and enjoy both the creative and hands-on production side of content creation.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1 (Foundation & Core Skills):
You start by building a strong base in audiovisual storytelling and production through courses like Fundamentals of Film and Television Narration, Documentary Production Technique, and Fundamentals of TV Studio Work. You also develop essential skills in teamwork, communication, and understanding media environments, while working on practical audiovisual projects.

Year 2 (Skill Development & Specialisation Begins):
In the second year, you begin to shape your direction by choosing pathways such as Cinematography and Editing, Scriptwriting, Sound Design, or Production Management. Courses like Editing in Fictional Film, Creating and Developing Ideas for Fiction, and Sound Design help you deepen both creative and technical expertise.

Year 3 (Advanced Practice & Industry Projects):
Your learning becomes more project-driven with advanced modules such as Production and Productization of TV Programs, Content Analysis of Fiction, and Advanced Studies in Television and Radio Broadcasting. You work on large-scale productions and multidisciplinary projects, often in collaboration with working life.

Year 4 (Professional Transition):
The final year focuses on real industry experience and independent work, including an internship and a final thesis project. You also refine your career direction while applying everything you’ve learned in a professional context.

Focus Areas:

Cinematography and editing, scriptwriting, sound design, production management, television and radio broadcasting, media content production, audiovisual storytelling.

Learning Outcomes:

Strong skills in audiovisual production, storytelling, and media technologies; ability to work in creative teams; understanding of media industry processes, ethics, and production workflows; capability to create and manage professional media content.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation):

Bachelor of Culture and Arts (240 ECTS) under the Bologna framework, ensuring international recognition and eligibility for postgraduate studies across Europe.

Reputation (Employability & Rankings):

Metropolia is Finland’s largest University of Applied Sciences, known for its strong industry collaboration and practical learning approach, making graduates well-prepared for creative industries.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, the Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Engineering dives right into hands-on learning from day one, building your skills through real-world audiovisual projects that mirror industry demands. You'll work in modern facilities at the Arabia campus in Helsinki, tackling everything from production basics to advanced technical and content creation, all while collaborating in multidisciplinary teams with working life partners. This practical focus ensures you graduate ready to thrive in media production roles, with electives letting you specialize in areas like image, sound, post-production, scriptwriting, or conceptualization.

Here's what makes our experiential learning stand out—tailored specifically to sharpen your media engineering expertise:
- Practical audiovisual projects throughout the curriculum, starting in year one with fixed groups on production, technical, content, and narrative skills, then expanding to multidisciplinary projects with industry in years two and three.
- Group work and teamwork emphasis, including small-group theses and process management courses that build your collaborative skills for media teams.
- Internships in the fourth year, giving you direct exposure to professional media environments while planning your career.
- State-of-the-art learning environments at the Arabia campus, designed for face-to-face technical and production training in media and film.
- General support facilities like those across Metropolia's campuses (Myyrmäki, Vantaa; Arabia and Myllypuro, Helsinki), including innovation study spaces for cross-disciplinary networking.

Progression & Future Opportunities

At Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, the Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Engineering emphasizes hands-on experiential learning right from the start, where you'll build real-world skills through project-based work that mirrors industry demands. You'll dive into practical challenges using state-of-the-art facilities tailored for media tech, like dedicated labs for multimedia production and software development, ensuring you graduate ready to innovate in digital media, gaming, and interactive systems. This approach isn't just theory—it's about creating portfolios that impress employers, with close ties to Helsinki's vibrant tech scene for authentic experiences.

Here's what makes our experiential learning stand out, drawn directly from program specifics:
- Advanced laboratories: Access to specialized media engineering labs equipped for AR/VR development, 3D modeling, and audio-visual production, where you'll prototype interactive media projects.
- Industry-standard software: Hands-on training with tools like Unity, Unreal Engine, Adobe Creative Suite, and programming environments (e.g., Python, C# for media apps), integrated into every module.
- Group projects: Collaborative team-based assignments simulating real media production pipelines, from concept to deployment, fostering skills in agile workflows and cross-functional teamwork.
- Internships and work placements: Mandatory internships with top Finnish media companies and tech firms in the Helsinki region, providing 3–6 months of on-the-job experience to apply your skills directly.
- Digital tools and makerspaces: Use of cutting-edge digital fabrication tools, including 3D printers, motion capture systems, and IoT prototyping kits for immersive media engineering experiments.
- Field trips and industry visits: Regular excursions to media studios, game development hubs, and tech events in the capital area to network and gain insights from professionals.
- Research-oriented facilities: Dedicated spaces within our Media department for R&D projects, linked to ongoing university research in sustainable media tech and human-centered design.
- Library and resource hubs: 24/7 access to the Myyrmäki campus library with extensive digital media collections, plus specialized institutes like the Media Institute for project support.