BA (Honours) Film and TV Production

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Sheffield Hallam University

Program Overview

The BA (Honours) Film and TV Production at Sheffield Hallam University is a hands-on, creative degree designed for students passionate about storytelling, filmmaking, and the production process. It’s perfect for aspiring directors, producers, editors, and cinematographers who want to learn how to bring ideas to life on screen — from concept to final cut — using industry-standard equipment and professional production methods.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1:
Your first year builds a strong foundation in creative storytelling and technical skills. You’ll explore modules such as Introduction to Film and TV Production, Cinematography and Sound, and Storytelling for Screen. This is where you learn to operate cameras, edit with professional software, and understand visual language while developing your first short film projects in collaborative teams.

Year 2:
In your second year, you’ll refine your creative voice and develop more advanced production techniques. Modules like Documentary Production, Editing and Post-production, and Producing and Directing for Screen help you shape complex narratives and manage full-scale productions. You’ll take on larger crew roles, experiment with different genres, and strengthen your understanding of production workflows from pre-production through to delivery.

Year 3:
Your final year focuses on professional preparation and creative independence. You’ll work on a major film or TV project through modules like Major Project in Film and TV and Professional Practice and Industry Engagement. This is your opportunity to showcase your talent in a final piece that reflects your personal style and ambitions — often screened at the university’s annual showcase, which attracts industry guests and potential employers.

Focus Areas:
Film production, television production, directing, producing, cinematography, editing, screenwriting, post-production, and sound design

Learning Outcomes:
Students graduate with the creative, technical, and professional skills to produce compelling screen content, manage productions effectively, and adapt to the evolving demands of the film and television industry.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation):
The course is accredited by ScreenSkills Select, recognising its strong industry focus and alignment with current professional standards.

Reputation (Employability Rankings):
Sheffield Hallam University ranks among the top modern UK universities for graduate employability (Graduate Outcomes Survey), with Film and TV Production graduates progressing into successful careers in film, television, and digital media industries.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

If you’re thinking about studying BA (Honours) Film and TV Production at Sheffield Hallam University, here’s how the experiential learning side of the course truly brings your education to life:

At Sheffield Hallam, you’ll be hands-on from the very start — making short films, taking part in professional-level workshops, and creating real content for real clients. You’ll collaborate with others, take on different production roles, and experience how the film and TV world really works. Based right in the City Campus, you’ll have access to studios, filming locations, screening spaces, and top-quality production equipment that match professional industry standards.

Here’s what you’ll get to do and the tools you’ll work with:

Create a range of moving-image projects — narrative, documentary, and experimental — taking each one from initial idea through to final screening.
Work independently and in teams, just like in real productions, including joining a crew to produce a major graduation film in your final year.
Take on live briefs for real clients, producing online videos, documentaries, or training films for local and national partners.
Join field trips and visit film festivals such as London Short Film Festival, Aesthetica, Berlin, or Glasgow, gaining exposure to the global film community.
Learn in professional technical workshops, mastering the essentials of camera operation, sound recording, editing, and both studio and location shoots.
Benefit from excellent facilities and support, with students consistently praising the university’s IT resources, access to equipment, and specialist learning spaces.
Apply professional production standards, right through to distribution and public exhibition — sometimes even screening your work in cinema environments.
Choose a placement (sandwich) year, where you can immerse yourself in the industry, gain real experience, and start building your professional network.

By the time you graduate, you’ll have much more than a degree — you’ll have real-world production experience, a strong creative portfolio, and the confidence and contacts to launch your career in film, television, or digital media.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Future Progression & Opportunities

Graduates from this programme step confidently into creative and technically skilled roles across the film and television industry. You could find yourself working as a Film or TV Producer, Cinematographer, Camera Operator, Editor, Post-Production Specialist, or Broadcast Researcher — roles that combine creativity, collaboration, and storytelling.

University Support:
Sheffield Hallam’s Careers and Employability Service is there to help you every step of the way — from building an impressive CV to connecting you with industry professionals, finding placement opportunities, and accessing an active alumni network.

Employment & Salary Outlook:
It’s a strong career start — 91% of graduates from this course were in work or further study within 15 months of graduation. Graduates in related Cinematics and Photography fields earn an average salary of around £22,000, with most earning between £20,000 and £25,000 in their early careers.

Industry Connections:
Students benefit from hands-on experience through live projects with organisations such as Screen Yorkshire, BFI Film Hub North, and local production companies in Sheffield. The course is also part of the BAFTA albert HE Partnership, which promotes sustainability in screen production — giving you valuable insight into ethical, future-focused filmmaking.

Professional Recognition:
This degree delivers practice-based, professional training, ensuring you graduate with real-world experience that employers value. Sheffield Hallam University’s teaching quality is recognised as Gold in the UK’s Teaching Excellence Framework, reflecting its high standards in student experience and outcomes.

Graduate Destinations:
With 91% of graduates in work or further study, many go on to exciting careers in film and TV production, creative media, and related industries — from editing suites and studios to major production houses.

Further Academic Progression:
If you’d like to continue your studies, you can progress to a Master’s degree such as MA Filmmaking or MA Creative Media Production at Sheffield Hallam or other universities. You could also explore postgraduate paths in Screenwriting, Directing, Post-Production, or even pursue PhD research in film and television theory and practice.