* Home fees
The government regulated undergraduate home tuition fee rate for 2026-27 has been confirmed as £9,790 per year.
Media and Communications, BA Hons
Our Media and Communications degree provides an academic, creative and critical understanding of the media for roles in a variety of creative industries and backgrounds.
On this degree students explore digital content, moving image, art direction, copywriting, and a variety of other visual and written communications used in advertising, branding, journalism, content creation, publishing and activism. We have built in a strong employment focus throughout and developed with our network of creative industry and cultural connections. We nurture a range of skills through practical modules, critical and research modules, and exciting industry modules, making the most of the space and facilities in the Stockwell Street Studios.
In the 1st year our students learn how to produce and analyse creative content in a variety of media, for the many different audiences that encounter it. In the 2nd year students can choose between two exciting pathways which will prepare them for a wide range of professional roles. The Creative Communications pathway led by Mim Sorrentino, was designed in partnership with internationally renowned advertising agency M&C Saatchi London, and allows students to learn about creative advertising, digital marketing, content creation and branding. The Digital Cultures pathway offers a diverse choice of industry-specific modules, inviting students to select options in audio-visual practice, publishing, social media curation, journalism, activism and marketing.
Both pathways are taught by an experienced team of academics and industry professionals, and are each informed by research, consultancy work and the day-to-day business of communications practice. This prepares students for graduate careers in branding, advertising, in-house communications, PR, marketing, content management and social media. It also prepares students for careers with a social focus; activism, digital arts, work with grass roots organisations and further academic investigation.
UCAS points
72 (full requirements below)
Course/institution codes
P390 G BA/MCC
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We received Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023. This recognises our outstanding performance in student experience and outcomes.
Location
Duration
- 3 years full-time
- 6 years part-time
- 4 years sandwich
Start month
September
Home* /international fees 2026/27
£9,790 /£17,975
What you should know about this course
What you will study
About the course team
Students will work with a diverse team of interdisciplinary academics and industry professionals, covering a wide range of media specialities.
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Clearing entry requirements
Typical UCAS points for Clearing entry: 72.
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If you don’t meet the criteria, please do speak to one of our clearing advisors by calling our Clearing Line or join Live Chat now to discuss your options.
Available to overseas students?
Yes
Can I use Prior Learning?
For entry: applicants with professional qualifications and/or four years of full-time work experience will be considered on an individual basis.
For exemption: If you hold qualifications or courses from another higher education institution, these may exempt you from courses of this degree.
How you will learn
Teaching
Learning takes place through a combination of timetabled learning and independent study.
You can view more information about how each module is taught within our 'What you will study' section.
Seminars and workshops enable you to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller groups. You will also be able to meet your dedicated Academic Tutor. Timetabled learning may fall between 9am and 9pm depending on your courses and tutorials.
Class sizes
The typical student intake per year averages around 40. This class size may be split into smaller groups for seminar teaching for particular modules.
Students also take part in shared / collaborative modules with students on other creative arts courses, providing a perfect opportunity to develop skills in group and team working. These collaborative classes are taken by around 70 students, with workshops and lab sessions working in smaller groups of around 15-20 students.
Independent learning
Outside of scheduled classes you will undertake self-directed study (approximately 30 hours per week). This will involve individual research and creative practice, developing software skills using online resources (such as lynda.com), reading materials, watching films, visiting galleries, further research and undertaking assignments.
You can use Stockwell Street library and online resources to support further reading and research.
In addition, during the week you can also:
- Attend additional support classes in some modules
- Attend guest lectures from industry experts
- Take part in employability and enterprise workshops
- Join student societies
Overall workload
If you are studying full-time, you should expect the workload to be similar to a full-time job. For part-time students, this will reduce in proportion with the number of courses you are studying.
Each module will have at least one creative assignment alongside the traditional essay. Creative assessments vary from presentations, video essays, Instagram posts and scripts to exhibitions and radio works.
Each module you study towards this degree is worth 30-credits. They represent around 300 study hours respectively. If you receive 100 contact hours for a 30-credit module, you should expect to commit 200 hours to independent study to complete it successfully.
Assessment
You can view how each module is assessed within our 'What you will study' section.
Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade.
Feedback summary
We aim to give feedback on assignments within 15 working days.
Dates and timetables
The academic year runs from September to June.
Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started. For any queries, please use our contact form.
Official statistics on Discover Uni
Full time
Part time
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Cohort | Full time | Part time | Distance learning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home* | £9,790 | £2,445 per 30 credits | N/A |
| International | £17,975 | £4,494 per 30 credits | N/A |
University is a great investment in your future. English-domiciled graduate annual salaries were £10,500 more than non-graduates in 2023 - and the UK Government projects that 88% of new jobs by 2035 will be at graduate level.
(Source: DfE Graduate labour market statistics: 2023/DfE Labour market and skills projections: 2020 to 2035).
* Home fees
The government regulated undergraduate home tuition fee rate for 2026-27 has been confirmed as £9,790 per year.
Other costs
Trips: Regular field trips to exhibitions are part of the curriculum. Most are within the London transport area and free to enter, to keep costs minimal. Any compulsory field trips with higher costs will be subsidised by the school.
Resources: Computers are available for private study on campus, but students are advised to invest in a laptop or other portable device for use in lessons and for home learning. All essential reading materials are provided digitally. For BA Media and Communications, most assignments will be submitted in digital formats; however, some modules include presentation or exhibition elements, which may require large-format printing or other installation materials. Costs will vary but could reach £100 a year.
Software: We provide Adobe software and LinkedIn Learning online video tutorials. You will also have access to Nvivo, SPSS Modeler and SPSS Amos. Any licenses for software outside of our range will come at your own cost.
Scholarships and bursaries
We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.
The Greenwich Bursary
This bursary is worth £700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income, entering Year 0 or 1 who meet the eligibility criteria.
EU Bursary
Following the UK's departure from the European Union, we are supporting new EU students by offering a substantial fee-reduction for studying.
Financial support
We want your time at university to be enjoyable, rewarding, and free of unnecessary stress, so planning your finances before you come to university can help to reduce financial concerns. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.
Careers and placements
Will I have a work placement?
This course can be taken in sandwich mode, which means you can take a year to work in industry between your second and final years of study. Sandwich placements are relevant to your degree subject and are paid roles. It is the very best way of preparing you for successfully finding a job quickly when you graduate.
Students who opt for the Creative Communications pathway have supervised placements at M&C Saatchi or other leading creative agencies embedded in taught modules.
How long is my placement?
Sandwich placements last for between 9-13 months.
Placements that are built into taught modules occur during class time, at regular intervals during years 2 and 3.
What are the financial arrangements?
Sandwich placements are paid roles.
Placements that are embedded in taught modules are not paid, but support students in developing their portfolios to professional standards.
What sort of careers do graduates pursue?
The skills you acquire by studying our courses will prepare you for careers across creative communications and media industries. Past graduates of this course now work in roles such as PR and marketing, social media, creative advertising agencies, event management, higher education, production houses, broadcasting and publishing.
Are internships available?
Students are encouraged to take up Summer internships during the Summer holidays, though it is up to the student to find them. Support is available to students from the Employability and Careers Service when applying for placements and internships.
Do you provide employability services?
Employability activities take place all the time at Greenwich and students are encouraged to take part in as many opportunities as possible. The central Employability and Careers Service provides support for students preparing to apply for placements and graduate roles, such as CV clinics, mock interviews and employability skills workshops. In addition, your School has a dedicated Employability Officer who will be organising work-related activities throughout the year which will help you to build you industry knowledge and networks.
Accommodation
Greenwich
Living in halls of residence is a great way to make new friends and get into the social side of university life. With four great locations, all minutes away from the campus and the centre of historic Greenwich , you will be at the heart of one of the most beautiful university settings in the UK.
Rooms start at £146.30/wk and include Wi-Fi, utility bills, access to our on-campus gym and 24-hour security - and just a 10-minute train journey to central London. Students based at our Greenwich campus can also choose to live the Student Village at Avery Hill, which is only a short ride on our free shuttle bus.
Support and advice
Academic skills and study support
We want you to make the most of your time with us. You can access study skills support through your tutor, our subject librarians, and our online academic skills centre.
Where appropriate, we provide support in academic English and mathematics. If you need to use particular IT packages for a specific module, we provide training for this.
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