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BA (Hons) Media and Communications with Foundation Year

Canterbury Christ Church University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the media and communications industry, covering topics such as journalism, public relations, marketing, and digital media. The foundation year prepares students for undergraduate-level study, developing their academic skills and knowledge of the subject area. Students will learn how to create engaging content, analyze media trends, and evaluate the impact of media on society. With a focus on practical applications, this course prepares students for careers in media and communications, including journalism, marketing, and public relations.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for those interested in pursuing a career in the media and communications industry. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including video editing software, audio recording tools, and design software. The course also offers opportunities for work experience and internships, providing students with real-world experience and connections in the industry.

Unlock Your Potential at Canterbury Christ Church University - Leading Provider of Media and Communications Courses

Canterbury Christ Church University is a leading provider of media and communications courses, with a strong focus on practical application and industry experience. Our experienced lecturers have extensive knowledge of the industry and are passionate about teaching and mentoring students. The university's location in Canterbury provides easy access to London and other major cities for work experience and networking opportunities.

Why You Should Study This Course

If you use Instagram or Snapchat, if you play computer games, if you binge on Netflix, or if you want to be a vlogger, then Media and Communications is the degree for you.

We’ll help you design webpages, write copy and explore and apply techniques of advertising and public relations. We’ll show you how the media is regulated and how it works, as well as aiding you to reach as wide an audience as possible.

Our graduates have gone on to work in local and national media, journalism, PR agencies, events promotion, advertising, media planning, media relations, media sales, the music press, online publishing, press and publicity offices, corporate communications, external relations, graduate management, and market research. Some of our graduates have continued projects that were developed as part of the degree. You will be well placed for further study to undertake Master's or Doctoral degrees or teacher training.

General Eligibility

A Levels: DDE

BTEC: MPP

Access: Pass 45 Credits

International Baccalaureate: TBC

Combinations: A combination of qualifications totaling 64 UCAS points minimum

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Foundation Year

Core module:

  • Life and Study

  • Understanding Arts and Humanities

  • Being Human

  • Foundation Introduction to Media, Art, and Design

  • Foundation Media and Visual Communications

Optional module:

  • Ways of Seeing Aesthetics

  • Analysing British Cinema

2 Year 1

Core module:

  • Media Production 1

  • Contemporary Media Debates

  • Research Skills

  • Professional Practices

  • Media Meanings and Messages

  • Media Audiences

3 Year 2

Core module:

  • Researching Media and Society

  • Media and Communication Industries

  • Media and Communications Industries

  • Publishing Practices

Optional module:

  • Advertising and Branding

  • Media Production 2

  • Global Experience

  • PR: Campaign and Planning

4 Year 3

Core module:

  • Professional Work-Based Learning

  • Individual Research Project

Optional module:

  • Media Production 3

  • PR and Advertising Practices

  • Social Media Practices

  • Youth Cultures

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS 6.5 or equivalency – with no less than 5.5 in any element.

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