Overview

The Communications BA programme offered by UCL addresses the growing demand for expertise in effective and inclusive communication within a socially, culturally and linguistically diverse population. To meet their goals and responsibilities, individuals and organisations need to connect with, listen to, inform and persuade people. This requires critical understanding of and practical skills in contemporary communication.

This degree is designed to introduce theories and strategies of communication and media. It covers areas such as:

Developments in the landscape of communication in recent decades
Visual, multimodal and multisensory communication
Digital media and technology
Intercultural communication
Online communication

Inclusive communication

Careers

The programme has been designed to equip you with skills to help prepare you for careers in areas such as:

Public and media relations
Strategic communication
Events management
Social media management
Media analysis
Marketing and market research
Copywriting
Information design
Multimedia content creation
Campaign planning and management
Internal communications
Public engagement
Community outreach

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Communication
Media Production
Social Media, Communicative Practice, and Social Change
Communication for the common good
Understanding Publics
Understanding Public Discourses

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

96

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

96

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Grades

AAB

Subjects

No specific subjects. At least two A level subjects should be taken

GCSEs

English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

35400 GBP / year

≈ 35400 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

London

Funding

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