Step into the future of screen industries with a degree that combines creativity, technology, and engineering skills. This Media Technology and Virtual Production course is designed for those who want to work behind the camera and at the heart of the systems that power modern film, television, and broadcast. You’ll gain hands-on experience with the latest production tools, from professional broadcast equipment and studio systems, to cutting-edge virtual production workflows using Unreal Engine, LED volumes, and camera tracking within our flagship 10x3m Virtual Production stage. Alongside film, television, and live broadcast systems, you’ll explore audio engineering, lighting, camera operations, and the technical backbone that drives the creative sector. The degree develops both creative and technical skills, preparing you for the fast-changing media landscape. You’ll learn how to work within complex productions, operate advanced media technologies, and collaborate effectively in team-based environments. The course emphasises problem-solving, innovation, and industry readiness, ensuring you graduate with practical experience that employers value. Graduates will be prepared for careers across film, TV, broadcast, and immersive media. Typical roles include broadcast engineer, camera operator, virtual production technician, vision mixer, sound engineer, and media systems specialist. The course opens pathways into emerging industries such as XR, AR, and virtual production, where demand for skilled professionals is rapidly growing. With strong industry links and access to professional-grade facilities, this course is your gateway into the technical side of TV, film, and broadcast. Whether you want to work on blockbuster productions, live sports coverage, or cutting-edge virtual studios, you’ll graduate ready to shape the next generation of screen content. Who is this course for This course is ideally suited to students that would like to get into a rewarding and technically challenging field, want to learn strong engineering skills, and want to use them in the most interesting workplaces the world has to offer. Applicants don’t need specific engineering entry requirements, but should be motivated by solving problems, working hard to overcome challenges, and willing to use numeracy skills occasionally to do this.