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Communications and Film & Television

Course details
  • BA (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 14 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
City Campus

Course summary

Explore and understand the complex relationship between contemporary communications and film and tv.

This degree provides a comprehensive examination of the theory, practice, and socio-cultural implications of communications, film and television. With an interdisciplinary approach that combines critical thinking with creative practice and close attention to context, you’ll come to see how film, TV, advertising and print and digital media are important forms of communication with their own distinctive traditions, styles and ideologies.

Exploring the complex relationship between communications, culture, and society, you’ll examine the ways in which in which the big and small screen, print and digital media shape our understanding of ourselves and the world around us. Alongside engaging with a diverse range of media communications, you'll explore themes such as identity, the environment and representation from local, national and international perspectives and develop critical thinking and analytical skills to assess the social, cultural, and political implications of different media forms.

Throughout your studies, you will develop critical thinking, analytical, and creative skills that are essential for success in these dynamic and rapidly evolving fields.

Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared for a wide range of careers in the arts and communications industries and for further study. With a strong foundation in both theory and the understanding of practice, graduates of this programme will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to navigate the evolving media landscape and make meaningful contributions to the field.

Why study Communications and Film & Television at NTU?

  • Develop in-demand knowledge and skills. This course combines critical analysis and an understanding of communications and creative production, equipping students with diverse skills, knowledge and understanding.

  • Real world experience: Students work with external partners on professional briefs, gaining hands-on experience in the communications and film and television industries

  • Shape the future of film and TV: This course prepares students for a continuously evolving film, television and communications landscape, ensuring they are equipped with the skills, knowledge and understanding to make meaningful contributions to these fields.

  • Be industry-ready. This course prepares graduates for a wide range of film, television and communications careers, from management to marketing.

Modules

Throughout the course, modules will cover a variety of subjects, a few examples include: Understanding the Communications Revolution, Film and TV style in close-up, Journalism and Promotional Cultures, Putting Film and TV into practice, Transformation: Agency and World, and Rubbish Film.

To view the full list of modules, visit the course page: https://www.ntu.ac.uk/course/arts-and-humanities/ug/ba-hons-communication-and-society-and-film-and-television

Assessment method

We use a varied and diverse range of coursework assessments to develop your skills and support your progress. These include digital projects, reviews, case-studies, essays, presentations and reports.

Our innovative approach to assessment means that in Year One you will develop and enhance a complementary set of key skills for success in second and third year, and throughout the degree the varied assessment pattern will enable you to engage with the past and prepare for your future through an exciting array of projects.

How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
PP93
Institution code:
N91
Campus name:
City Campus
Campus Code:
1

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
104 - 112 points

104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent)

A level

104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent)

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM

DMM from a BTEC Extended Diploma

Access to HE Diploma

Pass your Access course with 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Diploma and up to two other qualifications.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)

104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate and up to three other qualifications (one of which must be A-Level equivalent).

T Level

We will consider T Levels for entry to this course, either as stand-alone qualifications or in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications, in accordance with the specified course tariff points.

A lower offer may be made based on a range of factors, including your background (such as where you live and the school or college you attended), your experiences and individual circumstances (you may have been in care, for example). This is called a contextual offer and we get data from UCAS to make these decisions. NTU offers a student experience like no other, and this approach helps us to find students who have the potential to succeed here, but may have faced barriers that can make it more difficult to access university.

We also consider equivalent qualifications and combinations. Please contact Nottingham Trent University Admissions team for further information.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

NTU makes contextual offers for this course to give everyone a fair chance to access their chosen degree.

Contextual offers are lower than our standard entry criteria or may be an unconditional offer for courses that require a portfolio. We also take individual circumstances into account when we receive results and may accept grades lower than our published criteria.

We use a range of data from UCAS to make our offers and more information on our approach is available at the link below.

Learn more on the Nottingham Trent University website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

The tuition fees above are subject to parliamentary procedure. They haven't been confirmed yet, but we expect them to be finalised by May 2026. The level of tuition fees for the second and subsequent years of your undergraduate course may increase in line with inflation and as specified by the UK government.

Clearing contact details

Clearing Team

Online Enquiry Form

Phone:0115 8486000

Course Clearing information

Additional information

Our Clearing Hotline is open during the following times:

Standard opening hours

Monday to Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm;
Friday: 9:00am – 4:00pm;

Extended opening hours (from 13 August)

Thursday 13 August: 8:00am – 9:00pm;
Friday 14 August: 8:00am – 7:00pm;
Saturday 15 August: 9:00am – 5:00pm;
Sunday 16 August: 10:00am – 2:00pm;
Monday 17 August to Friday 21 August: 9:00am – 5:00pm

Course contact details

Applicant Enquiries Team

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Phone:+44(0)115 848 4200

Enquiries Team

Online Enquiry Form

Phone:+44 (0) 115 848 4200

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