Media BSc (Hons) Media Technology
What’s it about?
The rapid growth in communications, High Definition and IP technologies has created a demand for graduates with skills in operational technical areas, systems design and new media technology.
This programme lays down the theory of video, audio, IT and IP practice in the broadcast industry, radio, TV and multimedia. It merges this engineering with production know-how and practical work
There are plenty of opportunities to work on programmes for Channel M, which broadcasts on the Sky network across Europe. By the time you graduate, you will be familiar with broadcast methods of working and a broad range of technical skills.
What will I learn?
In year 1 you will learn about the principles and functions of video, audio and multimedia systems. You will gain skills and knowledge in electronics and will spend time in one of our studios to understand how studios operate and how they are built.
During year 2 you will cover the basics in designing systems as well as looking at the technical characteristics of film, standard definition and High Definition Television systems. You will learn about transmission and processing and how to manipulate sound for video.
In year 3 you will complete an Honours project on a technology area of your choice and will learn about the requirements for radio and TV broadcasting at present in Britain and Europe.
Optional modules include: • High Definition and Digital Cinema • Streaming for Broadcasting • Advanced Editing and DVD Authoring • Studio and Outside Broadcast Production • Computer Imaging and Compositing
How will I learn? You will learn through a combination of lectures, tutorials and practical work, which includes technical operation of the University’s TV studios, making programmes for Channel M.
Students will be well placed to take advantage of the opportunities presented by MediaCityUK.
Can I get work experience?
The production of Broadcast programmes for Channel M integrates real work experience within the modules of the Media technology programme. As the University is one of ITV Granada’s selected media partners, you can apply for a work experience placement.
Where can I get a job?
Broadcasters, facilities companies and production companies are looking for graduates who understand new broadcast, High Definition and IP based technologies. Recent graduates are employed at BBC Radio and Television, ITV, Sky Broadcasting, Bloomberg Television, Sony Broadcast, Mersey Television, TSL, SiS Link Satellite Communications, Channel 4, Channel 5, Megahertz, Telewest Broadband and 360 Media.
3 good reasons to study this programme at Salford
• Based at MediaCityUK from 2011
• We have strong links with local and national broadcast companies and have links with the Institute of Engineering and Technology
• Get experience through our production of programming for Channel M, Manchester’s TV station
Typical entry requirements 240 UCAS points
Specific requirements: Preferred background subjects: Maths, Physics, IT, Media and Electronics
We encourage applications from students with equivalent qualifications and recognise experience of adult learners see page 27 for further details
www.salford.ac.uk/course-finder has a full list of entry requirements
Programme details
Duration: Three years full-time
Average teaching contact time: 12 hours per week
Assessment: Written essays or practical assignments
Programme code/s: HW64 HN64I with IFY
Employment and/or further study
87% of Media, Music and Performance graduates go on to employment and/or further study within six months of graduating
Further details from Course Enquiries Service +44 (0)161 295 4545
course-enquiries@salford.ac.uk
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MediaCityUK INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION YEAR MEDIACITYUK GLOBAL PLACEMENT BURSARY
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