GOLDSMITHS COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON · UNITED KINGDOM
BA Media and Communications
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS P300
At a glance
36 mo
Duration
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IELTS
€27k
Tuition / yr
en
Language
Bachelor's
Level
- 50% Theory, 50% PracticeCourse Structure
- Industry professionals as tutorsTeaching Staff
- Ranked 2nd in UK for 'world-leading' research (REF 2021)Research Excellence
- Ranked 16th globally for Communication & Media Studies (QS World Rankings 2024)Global Ranking
- Access to industry-standard facilitiesFacilities
- Work placement opportunitiesCareer Support
This Bachelor of Arts degree in Media and Communications at Goldsmiths, University of London, offers a blend of critical theory and practical media skills. You will explore contemporary media practices and gain a deep understanding of media theory, with a focus on critical thinking and creativity. The program is designed to equip you with the ability to question current media landscapes, understand their societal influences, and develop skills for future challenges, including topics like Artificial Intelligence and Race in Technology. You'll also gain hands-on experience with industry-standard facilities and have opportunities for work placements.
Curriculum
The degree is structured with 50% theory and 50% practical media modules, designed to enrich each other. An undergraduate honours degree comprises 360 credits.
- Year 1 (Credit Level 4)
- Film and the Audiovisual: Theory and Analysis
- Key Debates in Media Studies
- Media History and Politics
- Media Arts
- Culture and Cultural Studies
- Introduction to Media Practice
- Year 2 (Credit Level 5)
- Media, Modernity and Social Thought
- Psychology, Subjectivity and Power
- The Goldsmiths Elective
- The Goldsmiths Project
- Media Production Specialism 1
- Media Production Specialism 2
- Year 3 (Credit Level 6)
- Media Production - Final Project
- Work Placement
Careers
This degree equips you with transferable skills applicable across various industries. Alumni have pursued successful careers in television, radio, publishing, film, advertising, marketing, public relations, web design, teaching, research, and arts administration.
- Television Producer
- Podcaster
- Journalist
- Web Designer
- Teacher
- Researcher
- Public Relations Specialist
- Marketing Executive
- Filmmaker
Frequently asked questions
- What are the entry requirements for the BA Media and Communications program?
- Applicants generally need CCC at A-level, DMM in BTEC, or 27 points overall in the IB Diploma with three HL subjects at 555.
- How do I apply for the BA Media and Communications program?
- Most applicants should apply through UCAS using the code P300. However, applicants from Crimea Region/Sevastopol, DNR/LNR, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, or Syria must use Goldsmiths' alternative application form.
- What is the tuition fee for international students for the BA Media and Communications program?
- The tuition fee for international students is £23,000 per year for full-time study.
- What kind of careers can I pursue with a BA in Media and Communications?
- Graduates pursue careers in various fields such as television, radio, publishing, film, advertising, marketing, public relations, web design, teaching, and research.
- What is the structure of the BA Media and Communications curriculum?
- The degree is structured with 50% theory modules and 50% practical media modules, designed to complement each other across three years of study.
Entry requirements
A-levelCCC
BTECDMM
IB Diploma27 points overall with three HL subjects at 555
For applicants outside Crimea Region/Sevastopol, Donetsk People's Republic (DNR) / Luhansk People's Republic (LNR), Cuba, Iran, North Korea or Syria, an alternative application form is required instead of UCAS.
Fees
Tuition (international)£23000 per year
Tuition (home)£9790 per year
Living—
Tuition fees are for full-time study.
How to apply
1. Apply via UCASMost applicants apply for this full-time programme through UCAS using the code P300.
2. Alternative Application FormApplicants from Crimea Region/Sevastopol, the so-called Donetsk People's Republic (DNR) / Luhansk People's Republic (LNR), Cuba, Iran, North Korea or Syria should use Goldsmiths' alternative application form.
Frequently asked questions
What are the entry requirements for the BA Media and Communications program?
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Applicants generally need CCC at A-level, DMM in BTEC, or 27 points overall in the IB Diploma with three HL subjects at 555.
How do I apply for the BA Media and Communications program?
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Most applicants should apply through UCAS using the code P300. However, applicants from Crimea Region/Sevastopol, DNR/LNR, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, or Syria must use Goldsmiths' alternative application form.
What is the tuition fee for international students for the BA Media and Communications program?
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The tuition fee for international students is £23,000 per year for full-time study.
What kind of careers can I pursue with a BA in Media and Communications?
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Graduates pursue careers in various fields such as television, radio, publishing, film, advertising, marketing, public relations, web design, teaching, and research.
What is the structure of the BA Media and Communications curriculum?
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The degree is structured with 50% theory modules and 50% practical media modules, designed to complement each other across three years of study.