Manchester Media Studies

from £39pp

Based on 1 day

Suitable for Secondary Schools

Overview

A behind-the-scenes tour of the BBC studios at MediaCityUK makes for an excellent Media Studies day trip. The tour provides your students with a fascinating insight into how TV and radio work at one of the world's largest broadcast organisations.

Manchester is a thriving cultural city brimming with exciting creative developments, such as the HOME contemporary arts centre, as well as an abundance of galleries and festivals.

Our Suggested Itinerary

Day 1

Morning
Depart school and arrive in Salford Quays.

Take a behind-the-scenes guided tour of the BBC studios at MediaCityUK. The well-informed and friendly tour guides will entertain and surprise you as you walk in the footsteps of your favourite stars. Students will have the chance to see the most interesting areas available, as well as gaining a fascinating insight into how TV and radio work.

Afternoon
Visit HOME, Manchester's cultural hub that showcases independent films from all around the world and art exhibitions in its galleries.

Either watch one of the films being shown at HOME, spend some leisure time in the city centre and visit the Whitworth Art Gallery, or pop into the independent shops and cafés in the vibrant and exciting Northern Quarter.

Evening
Return to school.