Course contact details
Art and Design and Creative Industries
Email:saci-admissions@tees.ac.uk
Teesside University
Middlesbrough
Tees Valley
TS1 3BX
Digital Media and Communications (with Foundation Year)
- 2 Study options
- Undergraduate
- Teesside University Middlesbrough Campus
Course summary
Available for September or January intakes.
Course overview
This course includes a foundation year - ideal if you need additional preparation or if you don't have sufficient grades to join Year 1. Immerse yourself in the production of compelling digital content, developing skills to meet the demands of the fast-changing media environment. Hone your creative, artistic and digital skills by working to a range of briefs and real-life scenarios, preparing you to launch your career in the digital media and communications industries.
You focus on the production of digital media content in its many forms and explore digital cultures and the impact of media on communications across diverse global sectors. You learn from academics with research specialisms in digital media and communications, alongside practitioners and industry experts who are in touch with the latest trends in new media and specialist areas such as video and audio production, social media platforms, AI and more.
Employability
You may progress on to a range of careers across industries including marketing and advertising, public relations, publishing and communications, in roles such as digital content producer, multimedia specialist, digital copywriter, transmedia storyteller and social media manager.
Modules
Course Modules
Access course information through Teesside University’s website using the course page link provided (or visit www.tees.ac.uk).
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Teesside University Middlesbrough Campus
Study options
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • Placement (mandatory) • Integrated foundation year • 5 Years
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • Integrated foundation year • 4 Years
Start dates
Application codes
- Institution code:
- T20
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Teesside University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Application codes
- Institution code:
- T20
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
Course optionsEntry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff
Any combination of level 3 qualifications. Each application is considered on a case-by-case basis.
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
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland | £9790 | |
| EU & International | £17000 |
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
Details of fees, scholarships and awards are available from our course pages. Additional information is provided on fees and funding if you are from the UK or Ireland here: tees.ac.uk/fees, or if you are an international student here: tees.ac.uk/international/fees. If you live in the Channel Islands or Isle of Man contact your education authority: gov.uk/student-finance.
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