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Communications and Media degrees turn natural storytellers into industry-ready professionals, from journalists and broadcasters to PR strategists and digital content creators.

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Communications
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Turn your passion for storytelling, media and communication into a career that informs, influences and inspires.

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A-Levels in English Language, Media Studies or Sociology, or a BTEC in Creative Media Production can open the doors to university & apprenticeships.

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Your Personality
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If you're always following the news, love creating content, or find yourself analysing why some campaigns work and others fall flat, then Communications & Media could be your ideal path. This area develops your ability to craft compelling messages and understand the media landscape, preparing you for a career at the heart of how the world shares and consumes information.

Your attributes might include:​​

Naturally curious

You ask questions, follow stories and always want to know more.

Creatively-driven

You enjoy crafting content that engages, persuades or entertains an audience.

Digitally aware​

You understand how social media, platforms and online audiences behave.

You might learn to:
 
  • Research, write and produce content across print, broadcast and digital platforms
  • Understand how media shapes public opinion, culture and political debate
  • Develop strategic communications campaigns for brands, organisations and causes
  • Analyse audience behaviour and measure the impact of media and messaging

Journalism BA

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Study of how to find, tell, and share stories - combining writing, research, and digital media to prepare for a fast-moving career in news, broadcasting, and content creation.

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Sports Journalism BA

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Study of how to report, write, and create stories about sport - combining journalism, media production, and communication to prepare for an exciting career in sports media and broadcasting.

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Public Relations BA

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Study of how organisations communicate with the public, combining creativity, strategy, and communication skills to prepare you for roles in PR, media, branding, and corporate communication.

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Marketing & Public Relations BA

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Study of how organisations build their brand, communicate with audiences, and promote products or messages, combining marketing strategy with public relations skills for careers in media, business, and creative industries.

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Media Production BA

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Study of how media content is planned, created, and produced, combining creativity, technology, and communication to prepare you for modern roles in film, television, audio, and digital media.

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Digital Media BA

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Explore how digital content is made, designed, and shared, developing creative, technical, and communication skills for careers in media, design, and online storytelling.

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Digital Media and Communications BA

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Study of how digital platforms shape communication and creativity, combining media analysis, digital production, and communication skills to prepare you for careers in content creation, media, marketing, and online communication.

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English & Journalism BA

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Study of writing, storytelling, language, and news reporting, combining literary analysis with practical journalism skills to prepare you for careers in media, publishing, writing, and communication.

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Communications BA

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Study of how people communicate in society, organisations, and media, combining writing, analysis, and digital skills to prepare you for careers in communications, media, marketing, public relations, and cultural industries.

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Film Production BA

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Study of how films are planned, shot, edited, and produced - combining creativity, technical skills, and storytelling to prepare you for work in the film, TV, and digital media industries.

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Digital Content Creation BA

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Study of how digital content is planned, produced, and delivered across online platforms, combining creativity, storytelling, and technical skills to prepare you for careers in content creation, social media, digital media, and creative industries.

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Broadcast Journalism BA

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Study of how to produce and present stories for television, radio, and digital platforms - combining communication, creativity, and technical skills for a fast-paced career in modern media.

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Social Media Management BA/BSc

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Study of how social media platforms are used to create content, build brands, and engage audiences, combining creativity, analytics, and communication skills to prepare you for careers in digital marketing, content creation, and online communication.

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Social Media & Digital Marketing BA

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Study of how brands use digital platforms to promote products and connect with audiences, combining creativity, communication, and data analysis to prepare you for careers in marketing, social media, and digital content.

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Film and Television Studies BA

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Study of film, television, and screen cultures - combining analysis, research, and creative practice to understand how visual media shapes stories, society, and audiences.

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Multimedia Journalism BA

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Study of how to tell stories across multiple media platforms - combining writing, video, audio, and digital production for a career in journalism, broadcasting, or content creation.

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Media, Culture & Communication BA

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Study of how media shapes culture, identity, and communication, combining analysis, research, and creative thinking to prepare you for careers in media, communications, journalism, culture industries, and public engagement.

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Photojournalism and Documentary Photography BA

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Study of how to tell real stories through images - combining photography, journalism, and visual communication to capture moments that inform, inspire, or create change.

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Communications and Media BA

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Study of how communication works across society and how media shapes culture, combining analysis, creativity, and digital skills to prepare you for careers in media, communications, marketing, and public relations.

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Media Studies BA

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Study of how media shapes culture, society, and communication, combining analysis, creativity, and research to prepare you for roles in media, content creation, journalism, marketing, and cultural industries.

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Audio Production BA

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Study of how audio is recorded, edited, and produced, combining creativity, technical skill, and storytelling to prepare you for careers in music, podcasting, radio, film, and digital media.

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Advertising BA

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Study of how brands create messages, design campaigns, and communicate with audiences, combining creativity, strategy, and digital skills to prepare you for careers in advertising, media, and creative industries.

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​Media and Communications BA

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Study of how media shapes communication, culture, and society, combining analysis, creativity, and digital skills.

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Communication & Media
Degree Courses

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Quick Career Facts
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  • Average starting salary: £22,000–£28,000 (rising with experience, specialism and portfolio strength)
  • Common employers: BBC, ITV, Sky, major PR agencies, advertising firms, national newspapers, in-house communications teams, self-employment
  • Study time: Three years full-time (many courses include industry placements or live project briefs)
  • Best A Level/BTEC subjects: English Language, Media Studies, Sociology, Film Studies, Psychology, BTEC Creative Media Production

Journalism & Broadcasting

Researching, writing and presenting news and stories across TV, radio, print and online.

Public Relations & Communications

Managing the reputation and public image of organisations, brands and individuals.

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Digital Marketing & Content
 

Creating and distributing compelling content to engage audiences across digital platforms.​

Social Media & Influencer Strategy

Communications and Media are about shaping how information, stories and ideas reach the world. 

Advertising & Campaign Management

Developing creative campaigns that capture attention and drive audience action.

Filming & Television Production

Planning, shooting and editing visual content for screen, streaming and broadcast.

Publishing & Editorial

Shaping written content for books, magazines, online platforms and digital media.

Finance
& Tech

Using technology to manage money, data, and digital financial systems.

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Careers

Communications and Media are about shaping how information, stories and ideas reach the world.

 

You'll learn how creativity, strategy and technology combine to influence public opinion, build brands and drive cultural conversation.

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