BA Cultural and Creative Industries

University of Birmingham

United Kingdom, Birmingham

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University of Birmingham

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

W900

Campuses

Birmingham (Edgbaston)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 24,480 / year

Next Intake September-2026

BA Cultural and Creative Industries

About

Launching in 2025, the BA Cultural and Creative Industries degree at the University of Birmingham will prepare you to lead and innovate in one of the fastest-growing sectors in the UK. Combining theory and practice, your degree covers aspects of business, project management, and leadership skills alongside developing your creativity to know how to deliver dynamic content to audiences.

This industry-focused programme draws on our internationally recognised research and practice-led expertise in theatre, performance, film, creative writing, arts and cultural policy, visual arts, curation, production, and digital media, as well as the legal, business, leadership, and management aspects of these industries.

Modules blend theoretical study with real-world examples to prepare you for future employment as an adaptable, resilient and innovative leader in this sector. Through the programme you can also opt to develop aspects of your own creative practice, ensuring that you understand the demands of producing cultural work with an ability to deliver a variety of cultural projects in areas such as performance, curation and film.

You will have opportunities to network and undertake work placements to foster your professional development through the extensive connections that we have with cultural and creative partners in the region and beyond.

Course details for prospective students on our BA Cultural and Creative Industries undergraduate degree programme at the University of Birmingham, UK.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

We will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations or the International Baccalaureate (IB) for entrance to onto our undergraduate programmes. Holders of the Thanawiyah are not normally eligible for direct entry onto our undergraduate courses without the completion of a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our foundation pathways.

English Language

You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English language, either through an English test such as IELTS, TOEFL or PTE, or we may be able to accept your previous or alternative qualifications as evidence. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements, and details on our presessional English language courses.

English Program Requirements

Number of A levels required:: 3
Typical offer:: ABB
General Studies:: Not accepted.

IB Diploma:

6,5,5 in Higher level subjects plus 32 points overall.

BTEC qualifications:

BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD.
BTEC Diploma: DD plus B at A-level.
BTEC Subsidiary Diploma: D, plus AB at A-level.

Other qualifications are considered - learn more about entry requirements.

Alternative offers through our Pathways to Birmingham programmes and our Contextual Offer scheme

Students who are eligible and successfully complete a Pathways to Birmingham programme will receive special consideration from admissions tutors and an alternative offer (typically two grades below the standard offer). In addition, our Contextual Offer Scheme recognises the potential of students whose personal circumstances may have restricted achievement in school or college. If you are eligible to benefit from the contextual offer scheme, you will receive an offer which is one grade lower than the standard offer.

International Students

We welcome applications from international students and invite you to join our vibrant community of over 4500 international students who represent 150 different countries. We accept a range of qualifications, our country pages show you what qualifications we accept from your country.

Depending on your chosen course of study, you may also be interested in one of our foundation pathways, which offer specially structured programmes for international students whose qualifications are not accepted for direct entry to UK universities. Further details can be found on Birmingham International Academy web pages.

Career

Do you want to become a leader, producer and innovator in the Cultural and Creative Industries? Our degree programme prepares you with business-focused, creative and leadership skills to succeed in this fast-moving and dynamic sector.

The programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills to develop and sustain a meaningful career in the global cultural and creative industries. The course offers a unique blend of the study of the cultural and creative industries in terms of investigating their current trends, policy frameworks, and business models, with creative and artistic opportunities that will prepare you for future employment as a creative and cultural leader, director, executive, imagineer, educator, facilitator, and/or producer.

Recognising the vital role of entrepreneurship and innovation in the sector, graduates develop a range of transferable skills to thrive in the rapidly evolving creative and cultural landscape, including being a confident, flexible leader and communicator, and a culturally sensitive and ethical collaborator, with a resilient and creative approach to problem-solving and teamwork.

Developing your career

The University of Birmingham is the top choice for the UK's major employers searching for graduate recruits, according to The Graduate Market 2024 report. Our Careers Network are here to offer you tailored, expert advice on your career plans and support you with finding and applying for jobs, internships and further study. There are hundreds of events to help you meet potential employers and learn more about the breadth of opportunities and career sectors available to you.

Support will be offered to you covering the whole job application process, including CVs, LinkedIn, application forms, interviews and assessment centres. You can also email our experienced Careers Advisors and College Teams to review your applications or answer any careers related question, alongside our on campus and online 1:1 appointments.

We have a number of exclusive work experience programmes such as our B-Experienced programme, which will give you professional experience to set you apart in the graduate market. We also offer work experience bursaries, which allow you to apply for funding to support you during any unpaid internships in the UK and rest of the world.

First years can take part in The Birmingham Project, with themes including celebrating arts and culture and shaping a global society. There’s also a successful Mentoring Programme, where you can gain access to experienced Mentors who can empower, inspire and inform you about their experiences. As a University of Birmingham student you will also be given access to LinkedIn Learning giving free access to real world training courses to kick-start your careers.

If you want to earn money WorkLink advertises convenient part-time job opportunities on campus to fit round your studies.

Extra-curricular activities

To enhance your career prospects even further, you may want to engage in extra-curricular activities to broaden your skills and your network of contacts. The Birmingham Award is the University of Birmingham’s employability programme, supporting you to develop and recognise the attributes you gain through extra-curricular activities. The award is supported by graduate employers and offers you an opportunity to showcase participation in activities outside of your degree programme.’

There are 300+ student groups and volunteering opportunities offered by the Guild of Students (our Students’ Union) so you’re bound to find activities that you want to be involved in whilst meeting friends who share your interests.