Media Production

Media production is the practical discipline concerned with creating content for broadcast, digital, and online platforms, combining editorial judgement with technical skill in audio, video, and multimedia production. It encompasses television and radio making, digital content creation, and the production processes behind the media that millions of people consume daily. The field requires both creative vision and technical competence, and it demands an understanding of how different audiences engage with different forms of media, and how content can be designed and delivered to have the intended effect.

At the University of Sunderland, this three-year, full-time degree gives you practical training in TV and radio production, with the opportunity to pitch to industry professionals and go live on air in an award-winning radio station, giving you real broadcast experience during your studies. You will develop skills in production planning, camera operation, editing, sound, presenting, and the digital workflows that professional media organisations use. A year abroad is included in the programme, giving you the opportunity to experience media production in a different national and broadcast culture.

A typical entry tariff of 136 points reflects the accessible standard of entry for a programme that prioritises creative aptitude and professional commitment.

Graduates go on to work in television and radio production, online media, journalism, podcast production, corporate communications, advertising, and digital content creation. Many develop portfolio careers that combine multiple roles across different parts of the media industry. Postgraduate study in broadcast journalism, documentary production, or media management is a further option for those seeking advanced specialisation or career development in specific areas.