(Hons) Communications and Media Studies Richmond American University in London

Overview

This (Hons) Communications and Media Studies BA programme from Richmond American University in London will provide you with the communication, research, writing and critical thinking skills which are valuable to employers in any industry.

Getting the right essential information is key. During the first two years of the degree all Richmond Communications students take the same core courses.

An inter-disciplinary approach will provide a breadth of communication topics, such as research and writing, creative expression and scientific reasoning as well as studying the principles and context of communications and media. You’ll be studying in small class sizes with students from all over the world, guaranteeing interesting and lively debate.  Guest lecturers will be invited to speak to BA Communications students, providing their insight and experience on the communications world.

In the third and fourth years of this programme you’ll be specialising in Media Studies in all its diversity, with a choice of electives from American Television Drama to Photojournalism, International Cinema to Gender in Film.

Then this is your chance to put your ideas to the test when you will have the opportunity to pursue an internship with a media company or global organisation in London or internationally.  An internship can been life-changing, providing you with the experience to get the first rung on the career ladder.

Through our partnership with them, you’ll have membership of The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) – Europe’s largest and most influential PR and communications membership body, which organises training, conferences and events for communications professionals.

This Communications - Media Studies programme from Richmond American University in London  combines both theory and practice, providing an excellent preparation for a career in the media and, being based in London, is home to many world-leading media organisations.

Career opportunities:

The University offers personal development seminars, leadership opportunities and access to work experience, volunteering and internships. There is also a dedicated, personalised service for assistance with CV writing, interview preparation tips and much more.

Throughout your studies, you will have the opportunity to build links with industry experts and Richmond alumni, connecting you to a vast and influential worldwide network.

Below is a list of where some of the graduates of this programme have gone on to work.

• BBC

• Bloomberg L.P

• EMI Music

• 19 Entertainment

• 20th Century Fox Entertainment

• Sony, Disney Television International

• Omnicom

• Viacom

• Mediacom