Program Overview

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Media and Communication with Foundation Year BA (Hons)

Overview

Discover how the media works and powers communication. Start at either Foundation Year or BA (Hons) Year 1.

Key Information

UCAS Code

P30F

Typical Offer

Foundation: 48-56 UCAS points to include 1 A level, or equivalent; BA (Hons): 112-120 UCAS points to include a minimum of 2 A levels, or equivalent

Study Mode and Duration

• 4 years full-time
• 5 years sandwich with work placement

Start Date

• September 2025

Course Information

Overview

With our BA (Hons) Media and Communication with Foundation Year degree course, you'll dive deep into the inner workings of media: its present and future, its pivotal role in how we communicate and perceive the world, and the networking industries and institutions that structure communication.

Experience the many facets of media communication, from its underpinning theories and marketing functions to hands-on media production. The course has award-winning expert researchers and film producers teaching it, strong industry links in TV, film and journalism, and chances to intern in fascinating areas of the media industries, so you’re always learning the current and best practices in academia and professional practice.

You'll gain a flexible range of specialist skills that will allow you to pursue careers in film and TV production, camera departments, sound recording and post production. You can also sidestep into journalism, scriptwriting, advertising, marketing, or public relations.

Foundation Year

If you're new to studying media or don’t meet the required grades for the full degree course, our Foundation Year will bridge that gap. You'll expand your knowledge of media and communication and develop the preparatory skills you'll need for entry into Year 1.

If you have the required grades, you can skip the Foundation Year and start at Year 1.

Course Highlights

• Shape your course from second year, choosing optional modules that meet your speciality and career ambitions
• Build your industry experience by taking a one-year placement – either with a company or self-employed
• Familiarise yourself with professional equipment and facilities used widely in media production – including multi-camera television studios, industry-level film and cinematic cameras, and innovative colour correction hardware
• Expand your professional network and knowledge by attending guest lectures by visiting professionals
• Enhance your collaboration and team-working skills by working with students from other courses and schools in the Faculty of Creative and Cultural Industries
• Demonstrate your technical proficiency to potential employers by achieving industry-recognised Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) qualifications

Entry Requirements

BA (Hons) Media and Communication with Foundation Year

• Typical offer (September 2025 start)
• A levels - DEE-EEE
• UCAS points - 48-56 points to include 1 A level, or equivalent
• T-levels - Pass (D or E in the core)
• BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - MPP-PPP

English Language Requirements

• English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5

Facilities and Specialist Kit

Eldon TV Studios

Learn the skills you need to work in video/audio production and broadcasting and get involved in our student-led TV channel, CCI TV.

White Swan Building

Our drama and theatre hub was developed with Portsmouth’s esteemed New Theatre Royal, with all you need for stage and performance productions: from rehearsal to final act.

Professional TV and Film Cameras

Broadcast and film in crystal clarity with our range of industry-level Sony, JVC and Canon cameras.

Baselight Colour Grading Studio

Bring photorealistic vividness to your footage. Our studio features a multi-control deck and the innovative Base Grade grading tool for striking true-colour development.

Video Editing Suite

Award-winning kit for future award-winning filmmakers. Our suite includes non-linear editing software Avid Media Composer and DaVinci Resolve, and specialist hardware for efficient film editing.

Careers and Opportunities

Media communication is a staple of every industry. When you graduate with a Media and Communication degree, you'll become a vital, versatile asset for any employer and any field.

Graduate Areas

You'll be able to work in areas such as:

• post-production
• film and TV directing
• scriptwriting
• marketing
• advertising
• journalism

You can also go into freelancing.

Graduate Roles

Job roles you'll be suitable for include:

• PR and communications officer
• social media assistant
• assistant editor
• visual media co-ordinator
• TV researcher
• camera assistant
• first or second assistant director
• sound and vision engineer
• film/video producer
• stills photographer
• production manager

Ongoing Careers Support

Get experience while you study, with support to find part-time jobs, volunteering opportunities, and work experience.

Towards the end of your degree and for up to five years after graduation, you’ll receive one-to-one support from our Graduate Recruitment Consultancy to help you find your perfect role.

Modules

Each module on this course is worth a certain number of credits.

In each year, you need to study modules worth a total of 120 credits. For example, four modules worth 20 credits and one module worth 40 credits.

Core Modules

• Academic Skills - 20 credits
• Introduction to Filmmaking - 20 credits
• Introduction to Production Skills - 20 credits
• Media in Context - 20 credits
• Writing for the Media: Creative Writing - 20 credits
• Writing for the Media: Journalism - 20 credits

Optional Modules

• Broadcast Radio and Podcasting - 20 credits
• Film Curation - 20 credits
• Film Sound Production - 20 credits
• Finding Form - Fiction - 20 credits
• Mobile Journalism - 20 credits
• Production: Camera and Editing - 20 credits
• Study Exchange - 60 credits
• Comic Book Industries - 20 credits
• Documentary Filmmaking - 20 credits
• Production: Short Film-Making - 20 credits
• Transmedia Narratives and Strategies - 20 credits
• Engaged Citizenship Through Interdisciplinary Practice - 20 credits
• Film and Ethics - 20 credits
• Professional Experience - 20 credits
• Student Enterprise - 20 credits

Course Costs and Funding

Tuition Fees

• UK/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students – £9,535 per year (may be subject to annual increase)
• EU students – £9,535 a year (including Transition Scholarship – may be subject to annual increase)
• International students – £17,900 per year (subject to annual increase)

Additional Course Costs

• Accommodation and living costs
• Recommended reading
• General costs
• Final year project
• Placement year and study abroad tuition fees

Apply

Ready to Apply?

To start this course in 2025, apply through UCAS. You'll need:

• the UCAS course code – P30F
• our institution code – P80

Apply now through UCAS

If you'd prefer to apply directly, use our online application forms.

• Starting from Foundation year
• Starting from First year

You can also sign up to an Open Day to:

• Tour our campus, facilities and halls of residence
• Speak with lecturers and chat with our students
• Get information about where to live, how to fund your studies and which clubs and societies to join

If you're new to the application process, read our guide on applying for an undergraduate course.

Applying from Outside the UK

As an international student you'll apply using the same process as UK students, but you’ll need to consider a few extra things.

You can get an agent to help with your application. Check your country page for details of agents in your region.

Find out what additional information you need in our international students section.

If you don't meet the English language requirements for this course yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.