
Overview
Prepare for employment or postgraduate study in disciplines such as mass communications, advertising, public relations, marketing, journalism, media and digital communication, with this new Mass Communications (Hons) degree at Edinburgh Napier University , professionally recognised by the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA).
The course provides the opportunity to study at a partner university overseas, or complete a work placement in industry.
The BA (Hons) Mass Communications has a choice of three exit routes after Year 2:
- BA (Hons) Mass Communications
- BA (Hons) Mass Communications & Media
- BA (Hons) Mass Communications, Advertising & Public Relations (also available as advanced entry)
Career
You’ll benefit from our reputation in the creative industries, with excellent employment prospects in the public and private sectors. You’ll graduate with the relevant skills to enter the main communication industries, including:
- creative industries
- advertising
- corporate communications
- marketing communications
- public relations
- public affairs
- corporate & news media
- Journalism
- branding
- brand and reputation management
- internal and employee communication
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Communication and Practice
- Global Current Affairs
- Being Digital
- Popular Culture
- Social Media and Analytics Project
- Being Digital
Check out the full curriculum
Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Media Management Media Studies & Mass Media Digital Communication View 221 other Bachelors in Digital Communication in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
Standard Entry Requirement
- BBCC including Grade C in English or other literary subject*.
Minimum Offer Entry Requirement
CCCC including English or other literary subject*..
A Level
CCD including English or other literary subject*.
Irish Leaving Certificate
- H3, H3, H3, H3 at HL including English or other literary subject*.
BTEC (QCF) Extended Diploma Level 3
Minimum grades MMM (Merit, Merit, Merit) in a related subject.
- Minimum grades D*D* (Distinction*, Distinction*) in a related subject.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Award of Diploma with 26 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 5, 5, 5 including English other literary subject*
*Modern Studies, History, Psychology, RMPS, Latin, Sociology, Theology, Media Studies, Politics, Classics, Philosophy, Geography, ESOL grade A.
We welcome applications from students studying a wide range of international qualifications. Specific entry requirements by country.Make sure you meet all requirements
Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
14170 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14170 GBP per year during 48 months. -
National
1820 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1820 GBP per year during 48 months.
- England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland: £9,250
- Overseas and EU: £14,170
Living costs for Edinburgh
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.