Media & Creative Industries (Session 2, 1 week)
12-16 July 2027
One-week media course.
In-person Program
Media & Creative Industries Summer School
Explore traditional and digital media through university-style teaching, independent research and a group presentation at King’s College London.
Last verified: 9 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
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Media and Creative Industries at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
Final three high school years
Age range / Year group
Ages 16-17
Location / Region
London, United Kingdom
Cost
£3,295; £4,095
Duration
1 week
Format
In-person
Accommodation: Single en-suite university rooms
Meals: Residential breakfast and dinner
Certificate / Outcome: Non-credit certificate
Campus experience: Libraries, classrooms and extracurricular activities
Residential support: 24-hour staff support
Academic schedule: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Media and Creative Industries summary
King’s combines university-style media study with research, discussion and collaborative presentation work. The academic focus connects everyday digital culture with questions about communication and identity.
Expect an academic experience rather than a purely recreational summer activity: assignments and attendance matter. It suits students who want to test their interest in studying media at university.
What is Media & Creative Industries Summer School?
The Media & Creative Industries Summer School is a King’s College London pre-university course exploring how media and communication shape society. Its academic focus includes traditional and digital media, social media, streaming cultures and digital fandom. Students consider how platforms influence worldviews, relationships and individual or collective identities.
Teaching draws on lectures, seminars, workshops and experiential learning. Students undertake independent research, develop a supported response to an assignment brief and collaborate on a presentation. Campus facilities and extracurricular activities add a practical introduction to university life.
Why Succeed highlights Media and Creative Industries
The course connects familiar digital experiences with academic questions about communication, identity and society.
Independent research and a group presentation give students concrete tasks through which to test their subject interest.
University-style assignments and tutor feedback make the academic experience more useful than lectures alone.
Residential and non-residential participation lets families choose how much campus living to include.
Who is Media and Creative Industries for?
Best for
Students curious about how media platforms influence culture and society, who want to try university-style research and discussion.
Not ideal if
Your priority is academic credit or a production-focused filmmaking portfolio; the stated work centers on media analysis, research and presentation.
Is Media and Creative Industries worth it?
This course is most valuable as a way to test whether you enjoy academic media study. Research, discussion and collaborative presentation work can help you distinguish an interest in consuming media from an interest in analyzing it.
The investment is substantial for a short, non-credit experience. Its value depends on how actively you engage with the assignments and feedback, so compare it with alternatives that emphasize journalism or digital storytelling if those are your main goals.
A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
£3,295; £4,095; includes Academic tuition and course materials., Campus Wi-Fi and access to campus facilities., Academic and extracurricular activities., Dedicated academic-day support and supervision., Participation certificate on course completion., Residential package: accommodation and accommodation Wi-Fi., Residential package: breakfast and dinner., Residential package: 24-hour staff support..
Accommodation
Single en-suite university rooms
Meals
Residential breakfast and dinner
Supervision or safety information
Dedicated staff supervise the academic day, and residential students receive 24-hour support. Students may have scheduled independent time, so supervision is not continuous in every setting.
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
1 week; London, United Kingdom.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Media and Creative Industries need?
Effort level
High during the course.
Best started
Gather application documents several weeks before the November application opening.
Main challenge
Developing a supported argument while collaborating with unfamiliar classmates.
Typical preparation
Request recent grade records and acceptable English-language evidence early.
Draft a personal statement explaining what interests you about media and digital culture.
Discuss residential arrangements, consent and the full budget with your parent or guardian.
Choose a media platform or cultural phenomenon you would like to examine critically.
Useful if
You want to test your readiness for university-style media study.
What do students do on Media and Creative Industries?
You explore media and communication through university-style teaching, then apply your ideas in independent research and collaborative work. Assignments and tutor feedback help you assess how comfortably you work at this level.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Attend lectures, seminars, workshops and other scheduled learning activities.
- 2
Examine traditional and digital media, platforms and contemporary cultural phenomena.
- 3
Carry out independent research for an assignment brief.
- 4
Produce a structured, well-supported response.
- 5
Collaborate with a diverse group to create a presentation.
Media and Creative Industries dates and deadlines
Upcoming
Media & Creative Industries (Session 4, 1 week)
26-30 July 2027
Alternative one-week media course.
Applications open
9 November 2026
Published opening date for the 2027 Summer School.
Early-application discount
29 January 2027
Reduced one-course prices apply to applications made by this date; this is not the final admission deadline.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Media & Creative Industries (Session 2, 1 week) | 12-16 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Media & Creative Industries (Session 4, 1 week) | 26-30 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Applications open | 9 November 2026 | Local | Upcoming | |
Early-application discount | 29 January 2027 | Local | Upcoming |
Eligibility and requirements
Aged 16-17 throughout the course and residential stay.
Starting or enrolled in the final three high school years.
English proficiency at CEFR B2 or an accepted equivalent.
Official confirmation of recent high school grades.
Personal statement.
Parent or guardian permission and signed consent.
Independent, mature and academically motivated.
How much does Media and Creative Industries cost?
Application fee
£65 — Separate, non-refundable fee payable when applying.
Funding or discounts
- Non-residential course: £3,295 — Standard 2027 tuition for one course.
- Residential package: £4,095 — One course with accommodation, breakfast and dinner.
- Early non-residential price: £3,195 — For applications made by the early-application discount cutoff.
- Early residential price: £3,995 — For applications made by the early-application discount cutoff.
What's included
Academic tuition and course materials., Campus Wi-Fi and access to campus facilities., Academic and extracurricular activities., Dedicated academic-day support and supervision., Participation certificate on course completion., Residential package: accommodation and accommodation Wi-Fi., Residential package: breakfast and dinner., Residential package: 24-hour staff support.
How to apply to Media and Creative Industries
- 1
Complete the pre-university application with your personal and education details.
- 2
Ask your parent or legal guardian to complete their required sections.
- 3
Select the media course and your residential or non-residential preference.
- 4
Upload grade records, English-language evidence and your personal statement.
- 5
Pay the application fee and enter the payment reference.
- 6
Review and submit the application.
- 7
If accepted, pay the course fee and provide the required signed consent documentation.
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What does Media and Creative Industries cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Traditional and digital media
Examine how people and societies engage with media and communication technologies.
Digital culture
Explore social media, streaming cultures and digital fandom as contemporary cultural phenomena.
Communication and identity
Investigate how media platforms shape worldviews, relationships and collective or individual identities.
Research and presentation
Develop an independent research response and collaborate on a group presentation.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Media and Creative Industries?
A typical day during the program.
Academic study
The course publishes an on-campus academic-day window, with compulsory attendance at scheduled sessions.
Academic day support
A dedicated staff member provides support and supervision during the academic day.
Example evening activities
The example has Monday-Wednesday activities from 6:15-9pm, Thursday from 6:15-9:30pm and Friday from 5:45-9pm, including outings and chill time.
Who teaches on Media and Creative Industries?
King’s provides research-enriched teaching through lectures, seminars and workshops. Tutors give feedback on university-style assignments, while dedicated Summer Assistants provide student support.
Where do students stay on Media and Creative Industries?
Residential plan
- Stamford Street Apartments: Single en-suite rooms occupy dedicated pre-university blocks and floors, with linen and towels provided.
- Breakfast and dinner: The residential package includes both meals; students should budget for other meals and consumables.
- Residential support: Dedicated staff provide 24-hour support, with published residence rules and safeguarding arrangements.
Non-residential plan
- Sunday arrival: Students can check into accommodation on the Sunday before their course begins.
- Day-student participation: Non-residential students can join extracurricular activities alongside residential students.
- Campus facilities: Tuition includes access to campus libraries, classrooms and catering facilities.
King’s is primarily an adult university environment, and students may have scheduled independent time.
What happens after Media and Creative Industries?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Build knowledge for further study in media, communication and digital culture.
Experience learning activities typical of first-year undergraduate study.
Develop a structured research assignment.
Gain collaborative presentation experience.
Receive participation or completion certification under the applicable requirements.
The course does not award academic credit.
Where does Media and Creative Industries take place?
Students study on campus at King’s College London, with residential accommodation at Stamford Street Apartments in central London. King’s summer campuses are connected by public transport, and families must arrange their own airport-to-accommodation transfer.
Media and Creative Industries FAQs
The course covers traditional and digital media, communication, social media, streaming cultures and digital fandom. It examines how platforms influence worldviews, relationships and identities.
The stated outcomes include independent research, a structured response to an assignment brief and a collaborative group presentation.
The course is not for credit. King’s lists a participation certificate, while completion certification depends on assignments and attendance.
Residential students stay at Stamford Street Apartments in single en-suite rooms. Linen and towels are provided, and the package includes breakfast and dinner.
Yes. King’s encourages residential and non-residential students to take part in its extracurricular activities.
Dedicated staff supervise the academic day, and residential students receive 24-hour support. Students may have scheduled independent time, so supervision is not continuous in every setting.
The course is taught and assessed in English and requires CEFR B2 or an accepted equivalent. King’s accepts several qualifications and certain school-based evidence.
Yes. A parent or legal guardian completes parts of the application and gives permission for attendance. Signed consent documentation is required before an under-18 student’s place is confirmed.
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Ben works at the intersection of education, technology and school adoption, with expertise in how secondary schools evaluate data-driven tools and how education technology is used in practice.
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- Student Experience | Summer Programmes | King’s College London
- Information for applicants | Summer Programmes | King’s College London
- Summer at King's | Summer Programmes | King’s College London
- Pre-University Summer School | Summer Programmes | King’s College London
- Summer Programmes Student Code of Conduct
- Information for Parents and Guardians
- Terms and Conditions for Summer School, Winter School and Bespoke Programming 2027
- Pre-University Media, Communication & Digital Culture (Session 2)
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