Professional Placement Year Bursary
Bath Spa University · Undergraduate
- Available to all international students
- For undergraduate study
- Open to your course

Offered by Bath Spa University, the BA/BSc (H) Film and Screen Studies and Media Communications (Professional Placement Year) provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in media and communication. Based in Bath, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. This combined degree encourages film lovers to combine their passion with the media skills that will allow them to communicate ideas in new and innovative ways. - 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. International tuition fees are £18,585 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 81% student satisfaction rating, and 78% of graduates in employment or further study.
| A-Level | BBB - BCC Grades BBB-BCC. No specific subject required. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points A minimum of 32 points. No specific subject required. |
| UCAS Points | 96 |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
International Student Fee
£18,585
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Student Annual tuition fee UK full time £9,790 UK part time £4,895 International full time £18,585
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £24,000 | £26,500 |
| 3 years | £17,500 | £20,000 | £24,000 |
| 5 years | £20,500 | £25,000 | £31,000 |
UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH24-01-05 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH24-01-05 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
Overall
National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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Bath Spa University · Undergraduate
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Bath Spa University · Undergraduate
Bath Spa University · Undergraduate
Bath Spa University · Undergraduate

Bath Spa University offers Film and Screen Studies and Media Communications (Professional Placement Year) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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