MEDIA PRODUCTION BA (Hons)

From your very first day, you’ll be hands-on with the same equipment, software, and creative workflows that professionals in the media industry use. You’ll collaborate on real projects, work in editing suites, handle sound and camera gear, and create content for digital platforms. The course is built around teamwork and practical experience — you’ll take on live industry briefs, go on field visits, and make the most of our cutting-edge production facilities.

As you move through the course, you’ll continue to refine your craft through group projects, major independent work, and supporting modules designed to help you launch your career with confidence.

Here are some of the key experiential learning highlights:

• Work on live industry briefs – gain real production experience that mirrors what professionals do in the workplace.

• Collaborative group projects and cross-disciplinary learning – especially in your first year, you’ll work alongside students from related creative fields, helping you develop teamwork, communication, and networking skills.

• Access to top-tier equipment and software – from high-quality cameras and sound-recording tools to post-production software, interactive media platforms, and even emerging technologies like augmented and mixed reality.

• Professional development and employability modules – build a polished portfolio and develop the mindset and practical skills needed to enter the creative industries with confidence.

• Field visits, masterclasses, and guest speakers – learn directly from professionals and experience the media world first-hand through visits to museums, galleries, and creative studios.

• Final-year major and research projects – lead your own substantial piece of media work that showcases everything you’ve learned and developed throughout the course.

• Digital learning support – use online platforms and virtual learning environments for collaboration, feedback, and self-directed projects.

• Comprehensive library and specialist facilities – access the university’s well-equipped resources and media-focused spaces that students consistently praise for enhancing their learning experience.

Graduates of Media Production BA (Hons) at London South Bank University (LSBU) step confidently into creative and technical careers within the fast-paced media and entertainment industries. Many go on to become filmmakers, editors, producers, and content creators—ready to shape stories that connect with audiences across platforms.

Typical roles include: Film Director, Editor, Producer, and Digital Content Creator.

Here’s how LSBU helps you get there:

• Career Support: LSBU’s Careers Hub offers one-to-one guidance, CV and portfolio workshops, networking events, and access to exclusive job listings tailored for creative graduates.

• Industry Connections: The School of Arts and Creative Industries has strong partnerships with media companies such as BBC, ITV, and Channel 4, offering students access to real-world projects, guest lectures, and placement opportunities.

• Employment Success: LSBU ranks among the top universities in London for graduate employability, with 94% of students in work or further study within 15 months of graduating (Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2022).

• Facilities & Learning Environment: Students gain hands-on experience using professional-grade studios, editing suites, and broadcast equipment—mirroring the standards of the creative industry.

• Accreditation Value: The course’s focus on industry practice ensures your degree remains relevant and recognized across the media sector.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this program, graduates can advance their studies with a Master’s degree in areas such as Film and Television Practice MA, Digital Marketing MSc, or Media and Communication MA at LSBU or other leading universities—deepening their expertise and enhancing career prospects in specialized fields of media production and management.