Media Technology and Virtual Production BSc
Course Overview - Media Technology and Virtual Production BSc
This Media Technology and Virtual Production course is designed for those who want to work behind the camera and at the heart of the systems that power modern film, television, and broadcast.
You’ll gain hands-on experience with the latest production tools, from professional broadcast equipment and studio systems, to cutting-edge virtual production workflows using Unreal Engine, LED volumes, and camera tracking within our flagship 10x3m Virtual Production stage. Alongside film, television, and live broadcast systems, you’ll explore audio engineering, lighting, camera operat...
This Media Technology and Virtual Production course is designed for those who want to work behind the camera and at the heart of the systems that power modern film, television, and broadcast.<br/><br/>You’ll gain hands-on experience with the latest production tools, from professional broadcast equipment and studio systems, to cutting-edge virtual production workflows using Unreal Engine, LED volumes, and camera tracking within our flagship 10x3m Virtual Production stage. Alongside film, television, and live broadcast systems, you’ll explore audio engineering, lighting, camera operations, and the technical backbone that drives the creative sector.<br/><br/>The degree develops both creative and technical skills, preparing you for the fast-changing media landscape. You’ll learn how to work within complex productions, operate advanced media technologies, and collaborate effectively in team-based environments. The course emphasises problem-solving, innovation, and industry readiness, ensuring you graduate with practical experience that employers value.<br/><br/>With strong industry links and access to professional-grade facilities, this course is your gateway into the technical side of TV, film, and broadcast. Whether you want to work on blockbuster productions, live sports coverage, or cutting-edge virtual studios, you’ll graduate ready to shape the next generation of screen content.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
MTV1
Institution Code
S30
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
120
Scottish Higher
104-120 UCAS Tariff Points from a minimum of 4 Scottish Highers
Access to HE Diploma
Pass in Access course with 60 credits overall including 45 Level 3 credits passed with a minimum of Merit, or 102-118 UCAS Tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit or Pass Grade
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
28
31
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
DMM (112 UCAS Tariff Points)
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
DMM
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
D*D (104 UCAS Tariff Points)
AS
Accepted when studied alongside other Level 3 qualifications
Scottish Advanced Higher
104-120 UCAS Tariff Points from a minimum of 2 Scottish Advanced Highers
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)
This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
A level
104-120 from a minimum of 2 A Levels
T Level
M
Merit (120 UCAS Tariff Points)
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |















































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