BA (Hons) Media and Communication

... United Kingdom
... De Montfort University

Course Overview

The media and communication industry has a widespread influence on the world around us, and this degree course helps enable you to be a part of that revolution.

By studying both the theory and practice of media and communications, this course can equip you with the skills and insights required to be successful in the media environment.

This can enable you to progress into diverse careers in sectors such as PR, journalism, marketing, entertainment, international relations, politics and education.

A modern focus in the teaching of this course enables students to adapt to changes and developments in industry and proficiently use the most up-to-date technology.

General Eligibility

  • Normally 104 UCAS points from at least two A-levels, or

  • BTEC National Diploma/ Extended Diploma at DMM 

Plus, five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English or equivalent.

Alternative qualifications include:

  • Pass in the QAA-accredited Access to HE with English GCSE required as a separate qualification

We will normally require students to have had a break from full-time education before undertaking the Access course.

  • International Baccalaureate: 24+ points

  • T Levels Merit

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Media and Journalism


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Campus Name

Leicester


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-time, 3 years


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Available Intake

January


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IELTS Score

6.0


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Tuition Fees Range

9250,

15250, (INT)


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