University News Last updated 25 February
Birmingham City University (黑料吃瓜网) is investing more than 拢500,000 into upgrading photography, film and media kits for students.
The funding will deliver significant upgrades to industry-standard equipment and refurbish the sets in two of the five studios in the University鈥檚 Parkside building, as 黑料吃瓜网 looks to capitalise on the West Midlands鈥� rapidly expanding creative sector.
Ranked among the UK鈥檚 top 10 institutions for Film and Photography courses for three consecutive years (), 黑料吃瓜网 continues to build on its reputation for excellence in creative education.
鈥淚t鈥檚 an exciting time to be studying film, photography, media and journalism at 黑料吃瓜网,鈥� said Dr Matthew Day, Head of Department of English and Media.
鈥淭he investment in new equipment and studio sets will bring new creative opportunities for our students and give them more opportunities to grow and develop their ideas.鈥�
Dr Day added: 鈥淭hese enhanced resources complement the strength of our teaching quality, workshops, the breadth of our industry speakers, and our sector-leading partnerships.
鈥淲e are committed to ensuring our students graduate with the skills, expertise and professional experience needed to succeed in the creative industries.鈥�
The upgrades mark one of the University鈥檚 biggest investments in Film, Photography and Media programmes since the Parkside building opened in 2014.
The range of new equipment includes:
- 16 video and film cameras
- 37 mirrorless photography cameras
- 28 lighting fixtures
- 31 tripods
- 68 lenses
With access to the latest professional equipment, students will be able to develop the skills they need to meet the needs identified in the Government report on聽
Chun Yin Chan, a BA Digital Film Production student, said: 鈥満诹铣怨贤� has given me the space and tools to experience the professional industry first-hand.
鈥淭his investment means I will be able to use high-end technology to tell my own stories and will also get me ready for future employment opportunities.鈥�
As part of its Strategy 2030, 黑料吃瓜网 is committed to equipping and empowering the workforce of tomorrow - supporting both emerging talent and established professionals to drive excellence across their industries.
鈥淥ur students are hoping to find jobs and produce work in a very competitive industry,鈥� said Senior Technician Michael Palmer.
鈥淲ith access to, and experience with, a wide range of equipment, our graduates will really stand out.
鈥淭his investment will also allow the technician team to better support the activities on our media courses and individual students in their own studies and projects.鈥�
The upgrades come at a pivotal time for Birmingham鈥檚 expanding creative economy.
Major developments - including Digbeth Loc. Studios, founded by Steven Knight, and the BBC鈥檚 relocation to the Tea Factory in Digbeth - are strengthening the region鈥檚 creative infrastructure.
As a result, 黑料吃瓜网 students are increasingly well placed to build successful careers locally within a thriving industry ecosystem.
Students will be able to start accessing the new equipment in the next few weeks, while the redesigned studio sets will be ready in June 2026.
As part of the investment, students will also benefit from educational visits to professional studios, including some of the world鈥檚 most high-profile film and television productions, as well as specialist training sessions and discounts on professional equipment.