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The Media, Film and Journalism with Foundation Year offers an alternative pathway to undergraduate education, ideal if you lack traditional qualifications or don't meet standard three-year degree entry criteria.
This preparatory year equips you for university-level learning, introducing higher education expectations. After successful completion, you'll progress to Year 1 of the BA (Hons) Media, Film and Journalism degree.
During the foundation year, you'll build crucial academic and digital competencies including writing techniques, effective communication, presentation methods, and research skills using digital tools. Equally valuable, you'll develop teamwork and collaborative abilities.
This Media, Film and Journalism program targets aspiring professionals in film, television, radio, digital platforms, advertising, journalism, and public relations. In today's world requiring thoughtful discussion about political, environmental, social, and cultural influences, this degree equips you to contribute meaningfully to these dialogues.Why study at Bangor UniversityThe foundation year establishes strong groundwork for degree studies, introducing literature analysis and language studies while developing essential academic and digital skills.Learn from experienced faculty specializing in film, media, journalism across print and broadcast formats, including documentary production.Utilize our professional facilities featuring editing suites, production studios, and cutting-edge digital media equipment.Strong industry connections including access to operational film studios.Experience diverse arts at the University's Pontio Arts and Innovation Centre, hosting drama, cinema, music and more.
Offers are tariff based, 48 - 88 tariff points, from Level 3 qualification(s)* e.g.:
We also welcome applications from mature applicants. Mature students and/or those with other qualifications are considered on individual merit.
IELTS: 6.0 (5.5). TOEFL iBT: 75 overall  (L-17, R-18, S-20, W-18).