BA Media Communications
Entry requirements
The course team welcomes applicants from a broad range of backgrounds from all over the world. The course attracts students who apply direct from A-level (or equivalent) or from Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, or other art or design courses, as well as mature students who may have previously worked in industry. 96 UCAS tariff points which can be made up of one or a combination of the following accepted full level 3 qualifications: A Levels at grade C or above (preferred subjects include: English; History; Media; Business; Art and Design, or other subjects within Social Sciences). Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4). Merit, Merit, Merit at BTEC Extended Diploma (preferred subjects: Creative Media and Journalism, Business/ Business Studies, IT & Computing, Media). Merit at UAL Extended Diploma. Access to Higher Education Diploma (preferred subject: Journalism, Digital and Creative Media, Marketing, Humanities and Social Sciences). OR equivalent EU/International qualifications, such as International Baccalaureate Diploma at 24 points minimum And 3 GCSE passes at grade 4 or above (grade A*-C).
About this course
BA (Hons) in Film Studies. Core topics include Communication & Writing, Design & Creative Practice, Research Methods, and Data Analysis. Students undertake an independent research project and a final major project with an external industry partner in the final year.
Modules
- Introduction to Media Communications
- Media Life
- Content for Creative Communication
- Media, Communications and Culture
- Platforms and Social Media
- Transmedia Storytelling
- Creator Culture
- Professional Industry Practice
- Global Media Businesses, Practices and Cultures
- Media and the Environment
- Communication Research Methods
- Level 5 Option Unit
- Research Project
- Final Major Project
- Creative Futures
- Level 6 Option Units