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Students
Tuition Fee
USD 18,880
Per year
Start Date
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
36 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Media Production | Music | Film Studies
Area of study
Arts
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
USD 18,880
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2023-10-022023-05-01
2024-01-082023-08-01
2024-04-222023-11-01
2023-09-01-
About Program

Program Overview


This course provides a fantastic creative opportunity to grow as a musician while combining your studies with media production. In addition to and in-depth study of music, you will also purse media-focussed topics, including television and radio journalism, print journalism, digital journalism, and media practice. You will be part of a vibrant music community, performing or attending performances in public venues. This course will enable you to develop your skills and knowledge, offering imaginative approaches and creative insight.

With magnificent facilities, world-class staff expertise, and one of the most vibrant performing environments of any UK university, Bangor is an exceptional location to study Media and Music.

This exciting degree will equip you with a broad range of production skills within different areas of the media, including documentary filmmaking, radio, screenwriting and short film production. It will also provide a theoretical grounding and historical understanding of how the media operate. Meanwhile, the Music modules will provide an excellent experience and understanding of the richness of music as a vibrant part of our everyday lives.

The music modules on offer to you are distinctive in that they offer a unique balance of subject breadth with opportunities to specialise, meaning that you’re sure to find the ideal course to challenge and stimulate you. Media studies at Bangor is also unique, offering a close integration of academic and theoretical approaches with hands-on creative practice. Students in the School have the opportunity at all levels to combine a study of their chosen field with practice-based outcomes such as journalism, film and media/digital media production.

Media staff in the School are also practising professionals and consultants, and have a range of research interests including advertising, media regulation, privacy, digital journalism, political communication, online journalism, professional writing, comics, visual culture, gaming, virtual worlds, global media, social networks, and documentary.

Why choose Bangor University for this course?

  • Shape your studies to reflect your interests and strengths.
  • Excellent Media and Music facilities, including editing suites, production equipment, professional concert halls, soundproofed practice suite, and four state-of-the-art electroacoustic studios.
  • A dynamic music-making community: choirs, orchestras, bands, student ensembles and more.
  • Our excellent links with local businesses in the creative sector.




  • Additional Course Options





    This course is available with a Placement Year option where you will study for 1 additional year. The Placement Year is undertaken at the end of the second year and students are away for the whole of the academic year.

    The Placement Year provides you with a fantastic opportunity to broaden your horizons and develop valuable skills and contacts through working with a self-sourced organisation relevant to your degree subject. The minimum period in placement (at one or more locations) is seven calendar months; more usually you would spend 10-12 months with a placement provider. You would normally start sometime in the period June to September of your second year and finish between June and September the following year. Placements can be UK-based or overseas and you will work with staff to plan and finalise the placement arrangements.

    You will be expected to find and arrange a suitable placement to complement your degree and will be fully supported throughout by a dedicated member of staff at your academic School and the University’s Skills and Employability Services.

    You will have the opportunity to fully consider this option when you have started your course at Bangor and can make an application for a transfer onto this pathway at the appropriate time. Read more about the work experience opportunities that may be available to you or, if you have any questions, please get in touch.





    This course is available with an International Experience Year option where you will study or work abroad for 1 additional year.  You will have ‘with International Experience’ added to your degree title on graduating.

    Studying abroad is a great opportunity to see a different way of life, learn about new cultures and broaden your horizons. With international experience of this kind, you’ll really improve your career prospects. There are a wide variety of destinations and partner universities to choose from. If you plan to study in a country where English is not spoken natively, there may be language courses available for you at Bangor and in your host university to improve your language skills.

    You will have the opportunity to fully consider this option at any time during your degree at Bangor and make your application. If you have any questions in the meantime, please get in touch.

    Read more about the International Experience Year programme and see the studying or working abroad options on the Student Exchanges section of our website.





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    Program Outline

    With magnificent facilities, world-class staff expertise, and one of the most vibrant performing environments of any UK university, Bangor is an exceptional location to study Media and Music.

    This exciting degree will equip you with a broad range of production skills within different areas of the media, including documentary filmmaking, radio, screenwriting and short film production. It will also provide a theoretical grounding and historical understanding of how the media operate. Meanwhile, the Music modules will provide an excellent experience and understanding of the richness of music as a vibrant part of our everyday lives.

    The music modules on offer to you are distinctive in that they offer a unique balance of subject breadth with opportunities to specialise, meaning that you’re sure to find the ideal course to challenge and stimulate you. Media studies at Bangor is also unique, offering a close integration of academic and theoretical approaches with hands-on creative practice. Students in the School have the opportunity at all levels to combine a study of their chosen field with practice-based outcomes such as journalism, film and media/digital media production.

    Media staff in the School are also practising professionals and consultants, and have a range of research interests including advertising, media regulation, privacy, digital journalism, political communication, online journalism, professional writing, comics, visual culture, gaming, virtual worlds, global media, social networks, and documentary.

    Modules for the current academic year

    Module listings are for guide purposes only and are subject to change. Find out what our students are currently studying on the Media Studies and Music BA (Hons) Modules page.

    Course content is for guidance purposes only and may be subject to change.

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    Bangor University


    Overview:

    Bangor University is a public research university located in Bangor, Gwynedd, North Wales. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious degree awarding institutions in the UK, founded in 1884. The university is known for its commitment to academic excellence and its beautiful location surrounded by nature.


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    Student Life and Campus Experience:

    Bangor University offers a vibrant student life with a welcoming community. Students can enjoy a range of social activities, including free events and trips organized by the International Student Support Office. The university has a variety of clubs and societies, with over 200 to choose from, catering to diverse interests. Bangor's location between mountains and the sea provides unique opportunities for outdoor activities and sports.


    Key Reasons to Study There:

      Academic Excellence:

      Bangor University is recognized for its high-quality teaching and world-leading research.

      Beautiful Location:

      The university is situated in a picturesque location surrounded by stunning natural beauty.

      Vibrant Student Life:

      Bangor offers a diverse and welcoming community with a wide range of clubs, societies, and social events.

      Strong Career Prospects:

      The university provides resources and support to help students achieve their career ambitions.

      Guaranteed Accommodation:

      International students are guaranteed accommodation in the university's vibrant student villages.

    Academic Programs:

    Bangor University offers a wide range of courses across the sciences, arts, business, humanities, and law. These include undergraduate, postgraduate taught, and postgraduate research programs.


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    International Year Zero

    If your school-leaving qualification means you do not qualify for direct entry to our undergraduate programmes then we are able to consider you for entry onto one of our

    4-year International Incorporated Bachelor degree (IIB) programmes,

    the first year or

    Year Zero

    is delivered at Bangor University International College* (

    BUIC

    ) located at the heart of our University Campus. After successfully completing year zero at BUIC, you will progress onto a Bachelor degree program at Bangor University.


    Undergraduate Courses - direct entry to 1st year

    For entry onto the first year of our 3 or 4 year undergraduate / Bachelor degree programmes, we ask for a school leaving qualification which is equivalent to the British school leaving qualification, (A-levels / International Baccalaureate). To find out more about which qualification is acceptable from the country you studied in, please refer to our

    country-specific information

    page.


    Undergraduate Courses - direct entry to 2nd year

    It is possible to transfer into the 2nd year of an undergraduate degree programme at Bangor University, if the studies undertaken at any other university (UK or overseas), correspond by level and content to the 1st year of a programme at Bangor University. In order to assess an application for transfer, students are required to provide an official certified transcript detailing the study undertaken to date with their application. To find out more about which qualification is acceptable from the country you studied in, please refer to our

    country-specific information

    page.


    Undergraduate Courses - mature students with industry experience

    University may also recognise the relevant professional experience of 2 years or longer for entry onto our degree programmes. We strongly advise all such applicants to submit an

    online application

    which MUST be accompanied by the following documents, so that admission office can consider your candidature for the course you applied for;

    1. Employer references - must include the title of the position(s) held and key responsibilities (e.g. decision making, line management, budgets, operations etc) in detail. And the letter must be printed on the official letterhead signed by the HR department or senior manager in the company. It will also help if you can include the company details like its organisation overview, nature of the business, and its operations in the letter.
    2. Detailed CV - must include education and career history in detail; focussing on employers & the nature of their business, job responsibilities held, professional training & qualifications, and academic/professional achievements.

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    IELTS (SELT or Non-SELT) or IELTS Indicator(tests taken from 1st July 2020 onwards) :score (6.0 (5.5))
    Bangor University also recognizes Non-SELT Tests and Online Tests as mentioned below for direct entry to its degree programs.
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