Production Management 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

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 17,520 / years

Next Intake September-2026

Production Management for TV, Film and Digital Media

About

Introduction

In a nutshell

This programme is designed for students who want to work in the field of Production Management within TV, Film and Digital Media. You will gain practical industry experience of the planning, organization, execution and delivery of TV production in the genres of documentary, studio and drama.

You will gain hands-on experience of analysing and managing production workflows and develop key skillsets including creative problem-solving and people management.

Located in the heart of MCUK, you will have the opportunity to network with industry production managers in seminars, masterclasses, tuition and industry-aligned projects. This programme has strong links with BBC, ITV, True North, Dock 10 and many other high-profile production companies across the UK.

There will be plenty of opportunities to get involved with industry projects and apply for work experience with the media industry.

Find out more by signing up to an upcoming Open Day.

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

You will:

Be based in MediaCity and surrounded by a wide range of TV and media production companies
Receive bespoke guidance from current broadcast and media production managers across a wide range of genres
Develop your networking skills through engagement with media professionals

Placement

options available

International

students accepted

Course partnerships

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Requirements

What you need to know

When making your application, donât forget to include any volunteering or even part time jobs or hobbies which illustrate good people skills, numeracy, and the ability to work independently. Illustrating that you understand the role of the Production Manager, have a knowledge of the creative industries and a genuine interest in working within these will also further strengthen your application.

Applicant profile

While some experience in film, television, or media in an educational or professional context is an advantage it is not always essential. What is important is that you have some or all the following qualities:

Attention to detail - You will be working on schedules, budgets, and legal documents such as risk assessments, so this is a key skill. Good note-taking and a familiarity with Microsoft Excel will also be useful.

Leadership Ability - The Production Manager runs a small team as well as playing an integral role within the whole production, working with various heads of departments-evidence of having taken responsibility in a previous job or study project will be valuable for your application. You will often have to be diplomatic and empathetic to your crew.

Problem-Solving - A key part of the Production Management role is organising logistics, these might be booking travel for international shoots, planning schedules for multiple location shoots or trouble shooting when something goes wrong. Can you stay calm under pressure? Think of examples when you have had to quickly address an unexpected issue at school or work?

Time Management - Filming shoots can be ambitious and as a Production Manager you need to find the perfect balance between editorial expectations and budget-the best tool for this is time management and being able to manage your own time as well as the time of the production will be an essential skill for you to master. What is your time management like now?

If you feel you are stronger in some of these areas than others, donât worry, we will guide you on all these aspects and more during your MA studies. As well as experienced lectures who have worked in production, you will also be supported by one of our industry mentors and have opportunities to test your abilitiesâ during simulated crisis management activities.

Standard entry requirements

A good honours degree (2:1 or above).

International students

International applicants will be required to show a 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

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?

Students with previous TV experience as a Production Coordinator can expect to apply for jobs as Production Managers across a range of TV genres.

Students with no previous TV experience can expect to apply for jobs as production coordinators with the expectation that, with the skillset you acquire, you will be fast-tracked to becoming a Production Manager.

Some of our students succeed through related professions in events management, education, community development or enterprise.

A taste of what you could become

A Production Manager

A Director

A Line Producer

And more...

Career Links

All of the lecturers teaching on the MA in Production Management for TV, Film and Digital Media have extensive industry experience working in the production of drama, documentary and studio. The course has strong links with ITV, BBC, True North, Nine Lives, Blakeway North.

External speakers from the above companies will work with the students through guest lectures, live briefs and seminars.

Production Executives, Production Managers and Line Producers at ITV and True North and the BBC have expressed their desire to work with graduates from the MA in Production Management. They have collaborated with the university to ensure that students taking this course acquire the appropriate skillset needed to work in this field.