Media and Photography News

01 April 2021

40 Years of MTV

As MTV gets ready to celebrate 40 years in the business, we take a look back at the highlights, the low moments, and question whether MTV can survive another 40 years.MTV was launched on the 1st of August...

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01 April 2021

Recognising Bias in the Media

In light of the recent Prince Harry and Meghan Markle interview with Oprah Winfrey, media bias is something we’ve been discussing more and more. Below, we explore the role that bias plays in the media.

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23 February 2021

Why Thinking Ahead is Important when Choosing your Media Production Courses

Why Thinking Ahead is Important when Choosing your Media Production CoursesThinking about the future isn’t always easy, particularly when it comes to planning your career. You are expected to know what career yo...

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15 February 2021

How the Right Photograph can Change the World

Our stories are part of what makes us human. We create stories to provide perspective on the world, to help us learn and to teach others. Stories are passed on in oral tradition, writing, and visual media, whether that is film, art, or p...

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09 February 2021

Just How Good are Modern Phone Cameras?

Just How Good are Modern Phone Cameras?Phone cameras have come a long way since their first introduction to the world on the Sharp J-SH04 back in 2000 (which was sold only in Japan) and had an image ...

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05 October 2020

Former Student Snaps Up Top Award

A former student at the University of Bolton has scooped a top national photographic award.Phil Melia was named as one of the nation’s top lensmen in the 2020 Portrait of Britain competition.He took his MA in International D...

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08 September 2020

Still Not Applied? We Have Art, Design and Media Courses to Inspire

Working in graphic design or digital media is one of the most creatively-stimulating and rewarding careers to have. Whether you’re interested in studying Animation and Illustration, our

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17 August 2020

Looking for a career path? Get a degree in Media and Photography

Study Media and Photography at the University of Bolton, No.1 in the North West for the past three years in Student Satisfaction in the Complete University Guide and No.2 in Teaching Quality in the Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020...

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01 June 2020

What a career in Media and Photography looks like

Deciding on a career path can seem like a tremendous task to begin with. After studying multiple subjects for years, you finally have an idea about what you enjoy learning and potentially a career to pursue. The next step is to look for ...

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27 May 2020

The Guardian University Guide rates Media & Photography at the University of Bol...

Our Film Production and Photography course at the University of Bolton is ranked 3rd in the North West for Teaching Satisfaction by The Guardian University Guide 2020.All staff on the course are industry professionals who are pass...

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26 May 2020

Putting Media and Photography in focus

The world of digital has been expanding and taking over many aspects of society for a while. Broadcast, outdoor and online media has all managed to cope with this adjustment. Large billboards for out of home media have become interactive...

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18 May 2020

Is print media dying?

The world of digital has been expanding and taking over many aspects of society for a while. Broadcast, outdoor and online media has all managed to cope with this adjustment. Large billboards for out of home media have become interactive...

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29 April 2020

Career prospects for Media and Photography students

There is nothing more rewarding than finding a career path which you are passionate about. Going to work every day wearing a big smile on your face is a dream many people have, but so few turn it into a reality. It is so importa...

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13 April 2020

What can I do with a Media and Photography degree?

There is nothing more rewarding than finding a career path that you are passionate about. Going to work every day, wearing a big smile on your face, is a dream many people have but so few turn it into a reality. It is so importan...

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30 May 2019

Incredible Photos Show How Bolton Station Has Changed

The Bolton News has recently published an article titled; ‘PICS: Incredible...

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28 May 2019

My Dream Job is to work as Head Curator at the Art Gallery of Ontario

Meg Salvi is set to graduate with a first-class degree in BA Photography and has already made a start on her dream career.Meg’s passion for photography started at the age of eight when she received her first camera – since the...

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28 May 2019

Free Range 2019

Free Range 2019 – The Old Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, London, E1 6QL – June 2019For the first time, this summer University of Bolton’s BA (Hons) Photography students will be taking part in a summer graduate exhibition at the...

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