BA (Hons) Media Production Bachelor's degree at Coventry University

Story sits at the heart of everything we do. Whether we're filmmakers, photographers, TV producers or content creators, we all need to hone our skills and storytelling abilities. Through a series of hands-on workshops, you will learn about the storytelling techniques, key concepts and technical tools used by creatives to tell their stories, developing a diverse portfolio of production work. The module explores the history of the discipline, fosters appreciation of contemporary contexts, encourag

Are you ready to bring your ideas to life on screen? Filmmaking 101 introduces you to essential short film production skills, combining technical practices with artistic expression. Explore narrative film language, cinematography, location sound and continuity editing while gaining insight into cinematic storytelling and the roles key crew members play in the production of a short film. This module covers problem-solving and solution techniques, creative processes and the interpretation of brief

The truth matters. Discover the power of factual storytelling, learning to capture the truth with authenticity and creativity. Develop skills in composition, documentary aesthetics, representation and technical mastery. In hands-on workshops, you will explore factual production, before negotiating a project with tutors and exhibiting your work to an audience. This module aims to develop your ability to explain goals and intentions, reflect on your experiences in relation to practice, and communi

Develop your creative techniques. Engage with core production techniques through hands-on workshops and creative tasks. Analysing existing works to inform your projects, build your confidence with industry-standard tools and collaborate in team-based environments. Through experimentation and critical reflection, gain practical skills such as podcasting or film aesthetics, nurture your creativity and deepen your understanding of contemporary production methods.

This module introduces you to game design and animation. You will have the opportunity to learn about game engines, visual coding, scripting, asset creation and game mechanics before developing a playable 2D game demo. Explore different animation techniques, including hand-drawn, stop-frame, 2D and 3D techniques, analysing animation direction before creating a portfolio of engaging animations that showcase creative storytelling and technical skills.

Explore music video production as a promotional tool for artists and study its evolution. Learn about the techniques directors use to create music videos, and how labels and independent artists use video for branding and engagement. This module aims to help you develop your networking skills, with an opportunity to work with real clients to negotiate a brief and delivering work to deadlines.

Explore the evolution of broadcast video from traditional studio TV to contemporary live streaming. Study formats such as magazine shows, game shows, concerts and e-sports videography, and learn about the types of studio-based production roles and how to use technical equipment. You would have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop live production skills by working with studio crews to plan and execute a live broadcast.

Explore content creation by examining formats, audience engagement and monetisation through ads, sponsorship and branded content. Develop technical and creative skills by producing original content for your own channel and marketing it on social media, while also creating branded content for a real client. This module blends strategy with hands-on production to encourage you to create impactful and engaging content creation.

This module provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved placement undertaken during your programme. A placement should usually be at least 26 weeks or equivalent; however, each placement will be considered on its own merits, having regard to the ability to achieve the learning outcomes.

This module provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved international study/work placement undertaken during your programme. A work/study placement should usually be at least 26 weeks or equivalent; however, each placement will be considered on its own merits, having regard to the ability to achieve the learning outcomes.

Start planning for your future career in the media industry. Research relevant networking events, job opportunities, career pathways, entry-level positions, recruitment schemes and entrepreneurial opportunities, before presenting your carefully considered strategy for developing your own media career.

Focus on the relationship between media practice and research through a series of self-led applied research projects and further engagement with the contemporary media landscape. Take a playful yet purposeful approach to examine media techniques, mediums or creative practices. Through hands-on research and experiments, you would develop your skills and knowledge in your chosen area of media production.

Investigate how creativity, storytelling and production skills come together across a range of media platforms. Discover how creative expression varies across mediums and specialisms, using storytelling skills and creative techniques to develop imaginative and original ideas for production. Work in collaboration with others to create an engaging and impactful media project.

What do you want to create? Radio? Podcasts? Films? Games? Photography? This module aims to help you plan and produce a passion project in a medium of your choice. Ideate and develop your creative ideas, negotiating a project brief with your tutor, and working collaboratively with others to realise your creative vision, applying technical mastery and effective production management.