Film and Music Production (Hons) Keele University

Overview

The Film and Music Production (Hons) at Keele University offers an immersive educational experience where visual storytelling and sonic art intersect. This undergraduate degree provides a comprehensive foundation in both the theoretical analysis of cinema and the practical application of music production techniques. Students develop a professional portfolio while mastering the technical skills required to excel in the modern creative industries.

Why Film and Music Production (Hons) at Keele University?

• Access high-specification music studio facilities, including sound design suites and dedicated computer labs.
• Benefit from the Studio Innovation Fellowship Award, a unique scheme providing financial support for creative projects.
• Utilise the Courtyard Studio, featuring a Dolby Atmos multi-speaker system and foley recording rooms.
• Engage with industry-standard technologies for film direction, cinematography, and post-production.
• Enhance employability through innovative work placements and professional engagement with external partners.
• Study at an institution recognised with a Double Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 18200 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

Year 1

• Sound Engineering
• Becoming a Cultural Citizen
• History in Media and Film
• Popular Music and Digital Platforms
• Sound Synthesis in Music Production
• Animating the Screen
• Sound for Moving Image
• Analysing Film

Year 2

• Studio Engineering and Live Sound
• Global Cinemas
• Cinematic Representation
• Documentary Film
• Sound Design
• Sampling and Remix
• Youth Subcultures in Fiction and Film
• Augmenting Live Performance

Year 3

• Music Production Project
• Extended Research Project in Film Studies
• Advanced Audio Tools
• Science Fiction Cinema
• Britain on Film
• Podcast and Radio Production
• Music and Social Movements
• Mixing, Mastering and AI

Careers with Film and Music Production (Hons)

Graduates are equipped for a wide range of technical and creative roles within the media landscape. The programme prepares students for careers in filmmaking, television production, and professional sound engineering. Many alumni pursue opportunities in specialised fields such as game audio design, videography, and music for screen.

Potential career paths include:

• Film Director or Cinematographer
• Sound Designer and Foley Artist
• Music Producer and Studio Engineer
• Screenwriter or Content Writer
• Broadcast Technician and Radio Producer
• Marketing and Audiovisual Production Specialist