Stage 1: Pre-Masters

Modules

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• Critical Thinking for Postgraduate Study

  You will learn how to critically assess arguments and evidence from a range of academic sources, as well as gaining an understanding of effective critical reading at postgraduate level.

  You will be assessed via three methods:

  • Evaluation of arguments exercise
  • Critical evaluation of three texts (700 – 1,000 words each)
  • A 3-hour closed book exam

• Interactive Learning Skills and Communication for Postgraduate Study

  During this module you will learn advanced skills in:

  You will be assessed via a variety of methods, including:

  • Public speaking
  • Writing techniques and language styles
  • Creating effective document layouts
  • rofessional communication and presentation
  • Communicating effectively to a variety of audiences
  • Working effectively as a team member and as an individual
  • Applying research and referencing techniques to formulate reasoned academic opinion so as to avoid plagiarism

  You will be assessed via a variety of methods, including:

  • A research project – referencing a topic and using a variety of techniques and resources
  • An individual presentation and a group presentation
  • A 2-hour closed book exam

• Research Methods for Postgraduate Study

  You will gain an understanding of research methods and methodologies for postgraduate study, as well as learning how to plan and undertake effective research at postgraduate level.

  You will be assessed entirely through coursework, which will include a mini-dissertation (2,000 – 3,000 words) and a presentation of its synopsis.

• Final Project

  This module will equip you with the advanced skills you need to develop and shape your own creative practice through the production of a final project.

  This module is assessed entirely through your portfolio.

Stage 2: Master's Degree

Successful completion of this pathway will lead to the award of one of the following from Birmingham City University:

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• MA Media Production

  • This course is accredited by Creative Skillset.
  • Students can choose to tailor their course depending on their particular career ambitions through pursuing either the radio pathway or the television pathway.
  • This course is based in the University’s £62 million Parkside Building – part of the City Centre Campus, and home to four industry-standard TV studios and the largest permanent green screen in the UK.
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    • This course is based in the University’s £62 million Parkside Building – home to video and still cameras and audio recording equipment to help you capture stories.
    • Former students have worked with clients including the BBC, ITV News, Birmingham Mail and Manchester Evening News.
    • Previous graduates have gone on to occupy senior positions in the media, such as Group Digital Editor, Associate Professor, Global Brand Manager, and Media Executive and Consultant.
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• MA Public Relations

  • This course is taught jointly by two departments within the University: Birmingham School of Media and Birmingham City Business School.
  • The University works closely with the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) to match skills with industry expectations.
  • After graduating, you will be ready to apply for an account executive job in a PR agency or join an in-house communications team.
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Special entry requirements

Students must have either a related qualification or significant work experience.

Important:

All students accessing the 3D workshops, plaster room, glass room, water-jet cutting room and the kiln room will need to wear safety footwear that has toe caps. Such footwear can be purchased from any safety footwear provider – including Sports Direct – and can be as cheap as £12. The shoes should be S1P and comply with EN 20345.

There is no long-term storage facility for personal items in the workshops, so students are advised to bring the safety footwear with them each day they are accessing the workshops.