FILM AND SCREEN STUDIES AND MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS BA (HONS)

Programme overview

Why choose this programme?

Work in a professional environment with industry-level equipment.
Collaborate with professionals and microbusinesses on real-life projects.
Our award-winning staff champion inclusivity and accessibility to prepare you for life as a forward-thinking professional.

#1 in the South West

in the overall rankings for Media and Film Studies (Guardian University Guide 2026)

Combine a more traditional programme of film studies with innovative media studies modules to expand your understanding of new media and visual communication. Look at all things “screen” �" from social media bites to feature-length productions, digital billboards and film theory.

Throughout your time at Bath Spa, you’ll have the support and guidance of our course leaders, who are award-winning experts and innovators in their fields. You’ll get the chance to use our state-of the-art film facilities in our studios, with cameras, mixing desks and editing suites. You’ll have the opportunity to work in the University’s new city-centre innovation hub for creative media technology.

On this degree you’ll develop and challenge your thinking about film and media. An emphasis on diversity, inclusion and accessibility allows you to explore pertinent topics such as decolonisation, building inclusive audiences and think about sustainability. By studying international and transnational film and de-centred audiences, as well as exploring new and innovative media and communications strategies, you’ll be ready to hit the ground running as a confident professional in the ever-evolving world of work.
Why choose this combination?

Students on this course will benefit from the core skills of both degrees. You’ll learn film theory and practical techniques, and explore the industry. You’ll also use your media skills to communicate your ideas in engaging and creative ways. Film underpins this degree, while the media modules give you greater flexibility in career options and develop your professional skills in communication.
Graduates from this course could expect to find careers in various roles including:

- Film criticism and film journalism
- Film promotion and marketing
- Media communications roles
- Vlogging and blogging
- Digital marketing
- Media buying and advertising
- Journalism
- Film production and direction
- Social media.

Some of our graduates have gone on to work at regional, national and international companies such as:

- Museum of Modern Art (New York)
- Marvel (Disney)
- Bath Netball Team
- House of Frankenstein
- House of Imagination
- Co.media
- Future plc.

Work placements, industry links and interships

Work placements are available within the programme through the second year Work Placement model. They can also be facilitated on an extra-curricular basis through members of the teaching team.