Overview

At this Media Studies (Hons) course from the University of Brighton , you will explore a diverse, decolonised curriculum that covers everything from media production and film to ethics, journalism, and political communication.

The supportive team of research-active lecturers and industry pros will guide you to become an innovative leader in the media world.

The compulsory second-year placement means you will gain real-world experience, giving you a competitive edge. Plus, Brighton is a major media hub, so studying here means you’re right where the action is, surrounded by digital innovation and creativity.

Careers

Graduates are well equipped to enter careers in media and the creative industries (advertising, marketing, the arts, design, fashion, publishing, political communication and so on). In short, our graduates may find work in all professional sectors that place emphasis on effective communication.

Recent graduates have been recruited as journalists, editorial assistants and social media managers by:

Times Higher Education magazine
Vogue
EMI
Juice FM
Universal Pictures
Punktastic.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social Media for Activist and Community Groups

Research Methods and Methodology

Visual Media Culture

Media Placement

Video Production

Community Radio – Empowering Voices for Inclusion

Specialist Portfolio

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

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UCAS deadline

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

125

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TOEFL^® IBT

85

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Brighton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Media Studies & Mass Media View 366 other Bachelors in Media Studies & Mass Media in United Kingdom

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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

Duolingo English Test

125

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TOEFL^® IBT

85

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A-levels or BTEC

Entry requirements are in the range of A-level BBB–BCC (120–104 UCAS Tariff points) or BTEC Extended Diploma DMM–MMM. Our conditional offers typically fall within this range.

International Baccalaureate

30 points, with three subjects at Higher level.

Access to HE Diploma

Pass with 60 credits overall. At least 45 credits at level 3, with 24 credits at merit or above.

Foundation degree/HND/HNC

may enable you to start the course in year 2.

Studied before or got relevant experience?

A qualification, HE credits or relevant experience may count towards your course at Brighton and could mean that you do not have to take some elements of the course or can start in year 2 or 3.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17250 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

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Living costs

Brighton

United Kingdom

815 - 1383 GBP / month

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

Funding

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