BA Media Communications
About this course
BA (Hons) in Media Communications, a media studies degree examining communication networks, digital platforms, and the cultural role of media industries. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, Communication & Writing, and Design & Creative Practice. Students may undertake an optional industry placement year. The first year covers foundational ideas through units such as Introduction to Media Communications, Media Life, Content for Creative Communication, Media, Communications and Culture, Platforms and Social Media, and Transmedia Storytelling. The second year expands into Creator Culture, Professional Industry Practice, Global Media Businesses, Practices and Cultures, Media and the Environment, and Communication Research Methods, alongside an option unit for creative production skills. The final year centres on an independent Research Project and a Final Major Project involving a live assignment with an external industry partner, supported by Creative Futures and level 6 option units.
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Entry requirements
The course team welcomes applicants from a broad range of backgrounds from all over the world. The course attracts students who apply direct from A-level (or equivalent) or from Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, or other art or design courses, as well as mature students who may have previously worked in industry. 96 UCAS tariff points which can be made up of one or a combination of the following accepted full level 3 qualifications: A Levels at grade C or above (preferred subjects include: English; History; Media; Business; Art and Design, or other subjects within Social Sciences). Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4). Merit, Merit, Merit at BTEC Extended Diploma (preferred subjects: Creative Media and Journalism, Business/ Business Studies, IT & Computing, Media). Merit at UAL Extended Diploma. Access to Higher Education Diploma (preferred subject: Journalism, Digital and Creative Media, Marketing, Humanities and Social Sciences). OR equivalent EU/International qualifications, such as International Baccalaureate Diploma at 24 points minimum And 3 GCSE passes at grade 4 or above (grade A*-C).
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What students say
Based on about 28 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 84%
- Learning opportunities: 84%
- Assessment and feedback: 92%
- Academic support: 97%
- Organisation and management: 91%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 88%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 70 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 7%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 3%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 145 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 3%
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 6%
- London: 77%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 95 students who started
- A levels: 86%
- Baccalaureate: 9%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Bronze overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Media Communications
- Media Life
- Content for Creative Communication
- Media, Communications and Culture
- Platforms and Social Media
- Transmedia Storytelling
- Creator Culture
- Professional Industry Practice
- Global Media Businesses, Practices and Cultures
- Media and the Environment
- Communication Research Methods
- Level 5 Option Unit
- Research Project
- Final Major Project
- Creative Futures
- Level 6 Option Units
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Media Communications at University of the Arts London earn?
The median salary is £21,000 after 3 years, £28,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,500 and £35,000. The £28,500 median after five years is £2,500 more than the UK median for Media studies.
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Media Communications at University of the Arts London?
84% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Media Communications at University of the Arts London?
The typical offer is 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 114 UCAS points.
Does BA Media Communications at University of the Arts London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BA Media Communications at University of the Arts London?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 7% left higher education.