Where critical theory meets creative practice across journalism, film, digital media and screenwriting
Film, Media and Journalism
Why study Film, Media and Journalism at Birkbeck?
Study Film, Media and Journalism at Birkbeck, where critical theory meets creative practice across journalism, film, digital media, screenwriting and the arts. Learn in central London with access to the award-winning Birkbeck Cinema, the Peltz Gallery, and industry-standard editing and design facilities. Strong industry links and London’s cultural scene give your learning real-world relevance, preparing you to shape the future of media, communication, and the arts.
Grow your career
Launch your creative career with Film, Media and Journalism at Birkbeck. You’ll develop communication, research, analytical, and creative skills that prepare you for today’s dynamic media industries. Graduates leave with professional confidence, a versatile portfolio, and industry connections across journalism, broadcasting, film, TV, digital media, PR, education, and the arts.
Graduates have pursued roles such as:
- journalist or broadcaster
- film or TV producer
- digital content creator or public relations specialist.
Highlights
- Top 4 UK university for Art and Design research (2021 Research Excellence Framework).
- Former home to Virginia Woolf and frequented by members of the Bloomsbury Group.
- Our creative spaces include the Peltz Gallery, the Gordon Square Cinema and a theatre and performance space.
