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Overview
What's covered in the course?
This course is based in Birmingham City University's £62 million Parkside facility - one of the biggest university media centres in the UK.
One of the first UK media degrees, our BA (Hons) Media and Communication course mirrors the workflow of the industry, offering practical, professional preparation for a rewarding career.
Helped by strong links with many influential media organisations, the course offers an industry-relevant blend of production, theory and professional studies.
Teaching takes place in environments where you gain most, such as radio, TV and photography studios, editing suites, computer suites, as well as lecture theatres, seminar rooms, social learning spaces and online.
You will use blogs and employ social media channels along with other interactive media to support your work and self-development to become a thinking media worker.The Media and Communication (Hons) programme is offered at Birmingham City University.
Enhancing your employability skills
Our track record for graduate employment is excellent, with the majority of graduates going into a media-related role. Each course opens up specific employability avenues related to the production route chosen. A high number of graduates have gone into producer/director roles, journalism, public relations, web development, freelance, and setting up their own businesses.
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Researching the Media and Communication
- Professional and Academic Development
- Media Festival
- Media Contexts and Practice 1
- Multiplatform Journalism
- Music Industry Landscapes
- Television Production
- Web Development
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 88
Credits
360 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Film, Photography & Media Media Studies & Mass Media View 633 other Bachelors in Media Studies & Mass Media in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 88
Other requirements
General requirements
At the point of application, you must have GCSE at Grade 4 (C) or above in English Language. Equivalent qualifications will be considered.
112 UCAS tariff points from A LevelTuition Fee
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International
13500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13500 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Birmingham
765 - 1134 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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