Media and Communication with a Foundation Year (Hons) Swansea University

Overview

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, media literacy is crucial for understanding and influencing the world around us. The B.A. in Media and Communication with a Foundation Year (Hons) at Swansea University combines critical theory with practical experience, equipping students with the analytical and creative skills necessary for careers in journalism, public relations, digital media, and film.

The programme covers essential topics such as media history, identity, algorithmic bias, and the digital political economy, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of how media shapes societies and influences daily life. This dynamic approach ensures that students are both critically informed and practically skilled, ready to make significant contributions to the media landscape.

Why Media and Communication at Swansea University?

Located on the picturesque Singleton Park campus, Swansea University boasts impressive rankings, including:

• 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2026)
• 5th in the UK for Student Voice (NSS 2025)
• 5th in the UK for Student Experience (Times Good University Guide 2026)
• 16th in the UK overall (Guardian University Guide 2026)

The university has strong connections with industry, emphasising the development of interpersonal skills that employers value. This focus on employability prepares students for life beyond university.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

The tuition fees for the B.A. in Media and Communication with a Foundation Year (Hons) are as follows:

• Domestic students: £9,535 per year
• International students: £19,300 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The programme is structured to ensure a well-rounded education, with a mix of compulsory and optional modules throughout the years:

• Year 1: Media and Communication, Delivering and Decoding the News, Principles of Mediation, and various optional modules.
• Year 2: Theorising the Media, Social Media Cultures, Digital Content Creation, and optional modules including Misinformation, Fake News and Fact-Checking.
• Year 3: Students can choose from a range of advanced modules, including Media and Identities, Dissertation Preparation, and various others.

Guaranteed Work Experience

This course includes a Year in Industry option, allowing students to gain valuable workplace experience. The university advocates for paid placements, with average salaries exceeding £20,000, and provides support throughout the application process.

Careers with Media and Communication

Graduates of this programme have pursued successful careers in various fields, including:

• Media
• Communications
• Public Relations and Marketing
• Digital Marketing
• TV and Radio
• Publishing

With strong links to media organisations, students benefit from numerous work experience opportunities, enhancing their employability and networking potential.