Program Overview

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BA (Hons) Digital Media

Overview

The University of Stirling’s Digital Media course is designed to meet the growing demand for graduates who can embrace new technologies and innovative methods of content creation and delivery. The course provides practical training in the tools, applications, and possibilities of the digital environment, from the creation of journalistic and multimedia content to its effective use across different platforms.

Key Facts

• Award: BA (Hons)
• Start date: September 2025
• Duration: 24 months
• Mode of study: full time
• Delivery: on campus
• UCAS Code: W2N9

Top Reasons to Study with Us

• Top 5 in Scotland for Communication and Media Studies (The Complete University Guide 2023)
• Top 5 in Scotland, Top 15 in the UK for Communications and Media (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025)
• 2nd in Scotland for Media and Film Studies (Guardian University Guide 2025)

Entry Requirements

Year 1 Entry – Four-year Honours

Year 1 entry is unavailable, only those with a suitable HND (or equivalent) for year 3 entry will be considered for this course.

Advanced Entry

This course is only available for advanced entry, so all applicants must have a relevant HND (or equivalent) to start in year 3.

Application Procedure

This course is only open to those with a relevant HND (or equivalent) and are looking to gain entry into year 3.

English Language Requirements

If English is not your first language you must have one of the following qualifications as evidence of your English language skills:

• IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-skill.
• Pearson Test of English (Academic) 60 overall with a minimum of 59 in each sub-skill.
• IBT TOEFL 78 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing.

Course Details

This course is only available for advanced entry into year 3, you will join the current students on this course and be taught at the University of Stirling campus for the duration of year 3 and 4.

Course Structure

Throughout your course, you’ll develop specialist skills and knowledge across areas such as TV and audio production, desktop publishing, scripting, writing for the media and web design.

Modules

The module information below provides an example of the types of course module you may study. The details listed are for the academic year that starts in September 2025. Modules and start dates are regularly reviewed and may be subject to change in future years.

Teaching

Teaching is delivered in a variety of formats, including lectures and small group sessions designed to help you develop key communication skills and benefit from close collaboration with teaching staff.

Assessment

You’ll be assessed based on a combination of exams, essay writing, workshop reports and other methods - such as a final-year digital project. Typically, modules are assessed by a combination of coursework and examination, with the weighting varying depending on the nature of the material taught and the module outcomes specified. Your degree classification will be based on work done in Year 3 and Year 4.

Fees and Funding

Fees and Costs

• Scottish students: This fee is set by the Scottish Government and is subject to change.
• Students from England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland: This tuition fee may be subject to change depending on guidance provided by the UK Government.
• International students (including EU): Eligible students will automatically receive a scholarship worth between £8,000-£30,000 over the duration of your course.

Additional Costs

There are some instances where additional fees may apply. Depending on your chosen course, you may need to pay additional costs, for example for field trips.

Funding

See what funding opportunities and loans are available to help you with tuition and living costs.

Cost of Living

If you’re domiciled in the UK, you can typically apply to your relevant funding body for help with living costs. This usually takes the form of student loans, grants or bursaries, and the amount awarded depends upon your personal circumstances and household income.

Payment Options

We aim to be as flexible as possible, and offer a wide range of payment methods - including the option to pay fees by instalments.

After You Graduate

What Jobs Can You Get with a Digital Media Degree?

We’re rated among the best universities in the UK for media, and many of our graduates have established successful careers in film, media and journalism. These include working in television and radio industries as journalists, scriptwriters, directors, administrators and technicians.

Some have made careers in the press and publishing or in the arts and cultural industries. Others are working in advertising, public relations, market research, community media, animation, motion graphics, graphic design and new media.

Digital media courses vary in scope and content, but our programme is designed to make sure you graduate as a well-rounded, highly skilled and digitally literate individual able to work effectively across a range of media platforms. You’ll not only have the practical skills to create stand-out digital content, but you’ll also understand the ethical, legal and theoretical dimensions of the industry – making you a valuable asset to any organisation that relies on the power and reach of digital media.

• You’ll be ready to hit the ground running and put your practical training to work as soon as you graduate.
• Open the door to a world of opportunities – digital media skills have never been more in demand.

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Discover Uni provides official data on each university's undergraduate courses, including satisfaction scores from the National Student Survey, details of graduate jobs and salaries, and other key information for prospective students.

• 79% of students were satisfied overall with their course.
• 92% of students say teaching staff have supported their learning well.
• 90% in work or doing further study 15 months after the course.

What Our Students Said

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Stacey Lange
Scotland
BA (Hons) Digital Media

"What first attracted me to the course was the unique nature of it. It gave you a little bit of everything compared to other courses that focused on one specific part of the media industry."

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Flexible Study

This course is not available as a combined degree.

Related Courses

• BA (Hons) Film and MediaUCAS Code: P300