Drama Production for TV, Film and Digital Media

University of Salford

United Kingdom, Salford

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University of Salford

United Kingdom , Salford

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 17,520 / years

Next Intake September-2026

Drama Production for TV, Film and Digital Media

About

Introduction

In a nutshell

Whether for the big or small screen, drama continues to excite new generations of audiences and with the growth of video on-demand services, the genre evolves in ways we may never have imagined. This new universe of fictional content production is innovative, exciting and attractive to those wanting to start a career in drama production as it offers endless opportunities for collaboration and creativity.

Our MA Drama Production for TV, Film and Digital Media course offers the opportunity to learn more about where you can fit within that industry. Whether your specific interest is in directing, producing or writing, you will hone your voice as a visual storyteller, learning about the development and commissioning process as well as the more technical aspects of production and of course you will learn more about where your skills and talents are most effective.

Our modules are ideally designed to allow you to learn about yourself through your studies and practical projects, whether it’s collaborating with fellow students or with industry experts who regularly come into work alongside the cohort. In fact, you will benefit from a range of industry engagement and live brief opportunities, working alongside established writers, producers and other professionals currently working on commissions for ITV, BBC and Netflix. You will work on real-world projects with feedback from clients and broadcasters and take part in bespoke workshops to develop your own ideas.

This master’s degree in drama production has filmmaking at its core. You will be expected to work on several short film productions over the year, collaborating with students both on and outside the course, as well as working alongside professionals and establishing long term connections. You will receive expert guidance from working directors, writers and filmmakers who will provide you with the concepts and techniques that are key to the fiction form.

In addition to quality teaching and a wealth of opportunities, this course has an enviable reputation for producing award-winning films. Many graduates have gone on to work for BBC, ITV independent production companies in the UK and internationally. What’s more, you’ll be located at the heart of one of the country’s most reputable media hubs, where you’ll join a vibrant community of practising creatives.

You can listen to programme leader Simon Stanton-Sharma giving an insight into the course on SoundCloud.

International applicants: Please check the international intakes page for the latest information and application dates.

You will:

Specialise in the areas in the roles of television drama production and filmmaking that interest you.
Become a better writer, producer and director through workshops, masterclasses and lots of practice.
Gain industry advice from major broadcasters in how to build your career.
Learn from award-winning television practitioners who will help you transition to working in the TV and film industry.
Be taught by academic staff with extensive, first-hand experience of the media industry.
Gain real-world experience of the broadcast industry by working on live briefs and media projects.

International

students accepted

This is for you if...

You want a professional career in drama production within television, film or digital media.

You want to develop your skills as a visual storyteller and understand the foundations of great drama production.

You want to build your connections and professional network in order to enhance your employability.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Requirements

What you need to know

APPLICANT PROFILE

To gain a place on this MA Drama Production for TV, Film and Digital Media course, youâll have to submit a personal statement and meet our entry requirements when you apply.

Within your personal statement (up to 500 words), weâll want to understand:

What motivates you, and where do your interests in television, film and media creation lie; whether thatâs scriptwriting, filming, producing or editing, for example?
What have you been involved with in the past and what did you do?
Are you a creative thinker and how do you develop ideas?
Do you have any knowledge of the industry for drama; are there any projects that inspire you?
Why do you want to work in the film and TV sector?
Why is the University of Salford and this MA Drama Production for TV, Film and Digital Media the right choice for your future goals?

You are not required to have worked in or studied television or film before; many of our students come from unrelated degrees. But we do want you to have a passion and enthusiasm for watching content and setting yourself up for a career in the media.

Standard entry requirements

You should have a second class honours degree, 2:2 or above, with an appropriate amount of media production, technology and design experience.

International students

International applicants will be required to show proficiency in English. An IELTS score of 6.5, with no element below 5.5, is proof of this.

We accept qualifications from all around the world. Find your country to see a full list of entry requirements.

We also accept a range of other English language qualifications. If you do not have the English language requirements, you could take our Pre-Sessional English course.

Alternative entry requirements

Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)

We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully.

The Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process could help you to make your work and life experience count. The APL process can be used for entry onto courses or to give you exemptions from parts of your course.

Two forms of APL may be used for entry: the Accreditation of Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL).

English Program Requirements

Equivalent qualifications

English language requirements are shown on individual course pages. Generally, this is shown as an IELTS grade, however we accept a range of equivalent qualifications.

As a general guide:

For undergraduate courses we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For postgraduate courses, we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For the International Foundation Year, we require IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum 4.0 in each component) in UKVI IELTS for UKVI (Academic)

The approved equivalent qualifications list includes the following:

Secure English Language Tests (SELTs)

University of Salford English language courses

Regional-based qualifications

Majority English Speaking Countries as deemed by UKVI

Medium of English Institutions

Applicants who require a Student Route visa to study in the UK may require evidence of a Secure English Language test rather than an examination or qualification due to visa requirements, as deemed by the UK Government Home Office, Visa and Immigration (UKVI).

Career

Employment and stats

What about after uni?

EMPLOYMENT

If you’ve always wanted to work in drama production in film or television this MA Drama Production for TV, Film and Digital Media course will open up a range of exciting career opportunities. There are literally hundreds of roles within a television drama production, from development to casting to commissioning and this degree builds a foundation for those careers. With the knowledge, practical skills and confidence gained throughout their degree, many of our recent graduates have gone on to secure professional roles in a variety of areas, including producing, development, commissioning, directing, writing and advertising.

But with a degree from Salford, the possibilities don’t end there. Graduates of this course have also forged successful careers in broadcasting, with roles including camera operators, editors and sound assistants, while others are currently employed by the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and a range of independent media companies across the UK.

FURTHER STUDY

Graduates showing strong academic and research skills can pursue a further academic research path through our doctoral (PhD) programmes on a full-time or part-time basis subject to a satisfactory proposal.

Career Links

To develop your skills and employability, there are opportunities on our media production courses to work on live briefs and gain valuable work experience. Previous students have worked with:

Sky Drama
Bad Wolf Films
CBBC
Framestore
BBC Writersroom
BBC Natural History Unit
Nine Lives Media production company
Sumners Post Production Facility House
BBC Fast Train, BBC Academy, BBC Red Nose Day and BBC Turn Up the Talent
Sheffield Documentary Festival, Salford Media Festival, One World Media Festival
The following prominent speakers have delivered guest lectures:
Joe Godwin (Director of BBC Childrens)
Steve Hewlett (Media commentator / Guardian Columnist)
Tony Palmer (Documentary filmmaker)
Jackie Priddle (Aardman Animation Producer)
BBC Stepping Out and Audience Research Team