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Communication & Media (with Foundation Year)

  • BA (Hons)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-time including foundation year
  • 21/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
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2026-2027
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Course summary

Are you fascinated by global challenges, media coverage, social issues and marketing communication? Are you inspired to create social media content, multimedia journalism and promotion strategies? Then explore the exciting field of Communication & Media.

Why study BA (Hons) Communication & Media?

  • Develop a critical understanding of the role of communication & media in culture and society. Delve into journalism, advertising, public relations, and marketing, alongside discussions on political dialogue, the rise of social media and 'influencers,' and initiatives to raise awareness of social issues and global challenges

  • Gain hands-on expertise in multimedia design and production, covering areas such as audio, video, scriptwriting, and online publishing. Access industry-standard software and technical resources, including computer labs and audio recording studios

-* Collaborate on real-world projects*, generating innovative and imaginative solutions and ideas to support local charities like Volunteer Centre Dorset, The Pantry Partnership, GECCO – Early Years Childcare Environment, and Dorset Road Safety

  • Gain valuable experience at esteemed companies across various media sectors during your placement. Past students have worked at renowned organisations such as Nintendo, Adobe, Mercedes, and Walt Disney. Expand your network and expertise, preparing for a successful start to your career

  • Showcase your work, publishing news and features across our student platforms: Fresher Publishing and Nerve Media.

Modules

During the Foundation Year, you will study Academic & Professional Practice | Collaborative Communication Project | Media & Current Debates | Media Work
As part of the first year of your degree, you will study: Adventures in Popular Culture | Introduction to Communication | Principles of Marketing & Marketing Communications | Introduction to Journalism: News & Features | Introduction to Storytelling | Media, Culture & Society

This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

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Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time including foundation year • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 21/09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
P901
Institution code:
B50
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Foundation

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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:
P901
Institution code:
B50
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 48 - 72 points

GCSE/National 4/National 5

There are no GCSE requirements. The Foundation Year will cover these skills in preparation for degree study.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)5.5
IELTS (Academic) 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in writing, speaking, listening and reading.

Contextual admissions

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Please note that this information reflects historical entry requirements for UK 18-year-olds who pursued A level and BTEC qualifications. Please see the relevant course page of our website for the most up-to-date details on this course’s entry requirements and selection methods. Our offer-making process is based on your potential to succeed on your chosen course and considers a range of factors.

Historical entry grades data BETA

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Student Outcomes

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82 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

88 Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9790Year 1
Northern Ireland£9790Year 1
Scotland£9790Year 1
Wales£9790Year 1
Channel Islands£9790Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9790Year 1
EU£20685Year 1
International£20685Year 1

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

Important information about fees: The UK, ROI & CI fees listed for the 2026/27 academic year have been confirmed by the UK Government (subject to Parliamentary approval). In line with the maximum fee limits set out in Regulations, tuition fees will increase annually thereafter in line with inflation (using RPI-X, a measure of inflation).

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