Integrated Degree in Media, Journalism and Promotional Media
Goldsmiths, University of London
About this course
Integrated Degree in Media, Journalism and Promotional Media, an undergraduate foundation year degree providing a route into media and communications, journalism or promotional media studies. This four-year programme includes a compulsory foundation year designed to build academic and practical capabilities. The foundation year is structured around core compulsory modules including Media Theory, Photography, TV & Video, Radio, Video Animation and Writing for the Media. Students select their specific undergraduate pathway at the point of application, choosing between Media and Communications, Journalism or Promotional Media. Upon meeting the progression requirements of the foundation year, students advance directly into their chosen three-year undergraduate degree.
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Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this programme, but you should demonstrate an interest in and aptitude for the subject in your personal statement. We’ll pay particularly careful attention to your personal statement , which is your opportunity to demonstrate your interest in the subject you’ve applied for. Your referees are also welcome to include any relevant contextual comments around your academic achievements. We’ll look at all these things when making a decision on your application.
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 95%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 79%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 50%
- Left higher education: 50%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Sales occupations: 20%
- Artistic, literary and media occupations: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Media Professionals: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 85 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 62%
- South East: 13%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Other qualifications: 15%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Bronze overall, Requires Improvement for student experience, Bronze for student outcomes.
Modules
- Media Theory
- Photography
- TV & Video
- Radio
- Video Animation
- Writing for the Media
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Integrated Degree in Media, Journalism and Promotional Media at Goldsmiths, University of London earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £25,000 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,500 and £36,000. The £30,500 median after five years is £4,500 more than the UK median for Media studies.
What do graduates of Integrated Degree in Media, Journalism and Promotional Media at Goldsmiths, University of London do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on Integrated Degree in Media, Journalism and Promotional Media at Goldsmiths, University of London?
94% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Integrated Degree in Media, Journalism and Promotional Media at Goldsmiths, University of London?
The average entrant had 62 UCAS points.
How many students continue on Integrated Degree in Media, Journalism and Promotional Media at Goldsmiths, University of London?
50% of students continued into their second year, and 50% left higher education.