University of Cumbria- Wildlife Media

04/10/2026

Brilliant work by 2026 graduate Rococo who is building her online portfolio of wildlife photography & filmmaking work & career -

https://www.instagram.com/p/DdwWrc6DP27/?img_index=10&stkn=MWFhdnc1ZGFyN2V1ag==

02/10/2026

🎨 ARTISTS WANTED!

The People’s Gallery at Kendal Museum is looking for artists and collectives to exhibit in 2027 and beyond.

We want fresh, exciting ideas - from new media, art & science and socially engaged practice, to work inspired by museum collections, local stories and innovative themes.

We’re particularly keen to hear from emerging and under-represented artists, collectives, and artists interested in running workshops.

📍 You’ll need a connection to the local area, and exhibitions must include work for sale. You must not have exhibited with the museum within the last 3 years.

Got an idea that doesn’t quite fit? Get in touch anyway!

📩 For further information or to apply, please email [email protected]

We can't wait to hear from you!

01/10/2026

Wildlife filmmaker Sophie Darlington reveals what it takes to film lions for 1,500 days. In National Geographic’s latest Ask an Expert Anything, she opens up about her path into the industry and the skills needed to thrive behind the camera.

Reflecting on four years filming Lion, Sophie offers a look at the creative choices behind each scene, the challenges faced, and the dedication behind following a cub’s rise to becoming king

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/article/lion-sophie-darlington-reader-questions

28/09/2026

28/09/2026

Our Monday morning was brightened by one of our talented 3rd Years, Lucy Ruddle, sharing some stunning images captured over the summer break.

The first image shows a speckled Herring Gull chick amongst a carpet of wildflowers on a cliff top at the fantastic RSPB Bempton Cliffs reserve. Adult gulls are often viewed negatively due to coming into contact and conflict with people in urban areas as they have adapted to optimise alternative food and nesting sites.

The second image captures a fleeting moment of a beautiful Barn Swallow, taken in Dartmoor, swooping down from the sky, with its beak agape to scoop up some water on the wing.

The last image shows a young Mandarin duck, taken just a short walk from our campus in Rickerby Park. Females and youngsters of the species have more subtle plumage than that of the colourful males. A dainty smaller species of duck, they are diving and perching ducks which nest in cavities in trees close to water.

28/09/2026

Want to start your career in film and TV? Applications to ScreenSkills entry-level training programme, , open on Wednesday, 7 October!

Trainee Finder is a new entrant training programme delivered by ScreenSkills that offers both training and paid placements.

It provides ‘set-ready’ training to talented individuals to support them as they apply for placements on children’s TV, film and high-end TV productions.

Interested in applying but curious to learn more about how the programme works?

Join the ScreenSkills Trainee Finder team at 12:30 on Wednesday, 7 October for an hour-long webinar giving you an overview of the support available through the programme, along with insights into what makes a strong candidate.

The team will talk attendees through the application process, provide top tips for applying, and answer questions about the programme. ScreenSkills Trainee Finder alumni will also join the session to share their experiences of taking part in the programme and starting their careers in the screen industries.

Register your free place now at ScreenSkills.com/webinar

28/09/2026

It has been great to see everyone on campus, with both new starters and returning 2nd and 3rd Years. Everyone is now settled back and used to their timetables for this Semester.

We also recognise that moving from all over the UK and internationally to study at university can be a stressful time and settling in can be a challenge for all sorts of reasons - if anyone needs more support, there is lots of help available. Check out this poster from our lovely health and wellbeing team and don't hesitate to reach out if you need a chat about anything -

28/09/2026

The BA Wildlife Media course team love seeing student's wildlife photography, filmmaking, wildlife sightings and records. It's great to see our new starters already exploring the local area so well - getting out and about and finding the wildlife on our doorstep.

Callum Powell in 1st Year has been successful observing Kingfishers on the River Eden just over the road from campus, achieving this lovely image.

25/09/2026

Every Wednesday afternoon from 1.30pm there are weekly social mixers giving you a chance to chat between year groups with The Wildlife Society, which welcomes everyone along, with activities being planned at the moment by the new organising committee of 2nd Years Ava, Elliot & Jenna, many thanks to them for their time with this commitment.

This Wednesday 30th September at 1.30pm - meet in the Wildlife Media Seminar Room at the usual time and place, to go on a Wildlife Walk with the Society.

See the poster for September-October events here, courtesy of Jenna -

25/09/2026

Local dance organisation 'Dance Ahead' are on campus using Dance Studio 1 in the Main Building for rehearsals prior to a mass dance event taking place in Carlisle City Centre at 12:00noon on Saturday 31st October 2026.

Friday 25 September: 18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 21 October: 19:00 - 20:30
Friday 23 October: 18:00 - 20:00

Please feel free to share the attached posters - everyone is very welcome to get involved!