Course summary
Become an effective and ethical communicator while specialising in your chosen discipline. Today’s fast-paced media landscape is calling out for brave and flexible storytellers. On this Media degree, you’ll establish yourself within the field, developing sought-after technical skills and refining your distinct creative voice. Whether you imagine yourself producing captivating digital content, leading media campaigns or reporting from a busy newsroom, you will learn to master the art of storytelling across broadcast, digital and visual platforms. You’ll learn through a blend of media theory and creative, hands-on practice as you tackle live briefs and collaborative projects, developing the all-important ability to understand audiences and craft tailored, high-quality content. You’ll graduate ready to take on multiple career options in the rapidly evolving media industry. On this Media & Communications degree, you’ll have access to a range of equipment and production facilities as you develop the creative and technical skills to produce compelling narratives and captivating video content. You’ll learn to manage and strategise media campaigns to engage audiences and influence behaviour change, gaining real-world experience as you tackle practical projects and industry briefs. Why study this course at Falmouth? Immerse yourself in our vibrant School of Communication, where you’ll have the opportunity to work on live briefs from industry partners, collaborate across the University and hear from sector-leading guest speakers Have access to well-equipped studios and creative spaces to give you hands-on production skills Benefit from exposure to the complete spectrum of writing and audio-visual expertise; including active journalists, PR specialists, published authors, documentary makers, screenwriters, game writers and poets
Modules
You’ll focus on modern media culture and how the industry works through a series of core modules, as you explore digital content creation and the theory of communication. Year one You’ll start developing the skills you’ll need to succeed from the very beginning, as you immerse yourself in the contexts and practices of the current media landscape. In the first year of this Media degree, you’ll explore key concepts around theory, creative problem-solving and professional practice Modules Writing Toolkit Digital Cultures: The Information Age Introduction to Media Industries Multimedia Production Adland Year two In year two of your Media degree, you’ll develop and hone your technical skills across your chosen specialism. You’ll hear from media professionals as guest speakers, and get to work alongside other students on live industry briefs. Modules BE Good Collaboration Media Lab Digital News Lab Audio Visual Storytelling Year three Your final year is all about creating a career-launching portfolio. You’ll work collaboratively and individually on a range of content outputs, and will sharpen your professional and business development skills, so you’re all set to start making a living from your practice. Modules Final Major Project Research and Development Final Major Project Portfolio Final Showcase Advanced Campaigns As part of our process of continuous improvement, we routinely review course content to ensure that all our students benefit from a high-quality and rewarding academic experience. As such, there may be some changes made to your course which are not immediately reflected in the content displayed on our website. Any students affected will be informed of any changes made directly.
Assessment method
100% of your assessment will be coursework. Assessment methods Practice-based modules will be assessed on the presentation of visual work, including sketchbooks to show process. Theory-based modules will be assessed on a mix of written reports or illustrated essays. In your final year, you’ll be assessed on your final year project and your portfolio - culminating in an exhibition of your final-year work. You will receive feedback in a range of formats: Discussions with tutors about work-in-progress One-to-one tutorials with your module tutors Informal group presentations Group discussion and crits to get peer feedback on ideas Academic support and feedback on written assignments are available in tutorials or with academic skills tutors Asynchronous feedback offered through emails or ‘soft’ deadlines of practical work Opportunities to get feedback from visiting guest speakers from industry or portfolio crits
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- P320
- Institution code:
- F33
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate English language skills that are sufficiently developed for successful completion of your studies. We accept a range of recognised English language qualifications that are equivalent to the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. Through the award of international scholarships, we aim to support academic enrichment by encouraging diversity and excellence at Falmouth. For details of our international scholarships, and how to apply for them, please visit our website at www.falmouth.ac.uk.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
AS
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Extended Project
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
T Level - P - M
If you are able to demonstrate relevant, current, equivalent experience instead of formal qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Please contact our Applicant Services team before applying, for advice regarding your individual experience and eligibility. If you are an international applicant and require a Student visa to study in the UK, you must have a recognised English language test approved and vouched for by the University at the appropriate level. Our Applicant Services team can help you with any general questions you may have about study visas or suitable language tests. For more specific advice, we recommend you also consult UKCISA http://www.ukcisa.org.uk/
Additional entry requirements
Interview
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | An (IELTS) Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall is required, with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening |
Trinity ISE | A minimum of Trinity ISE II with Distinction in all four components is required. | |
Cambridge English Advanced | Level B2 | A minimum on the Cambridge English scale of 169 is required |
PTE Academic | 55 | A minimum score in the Pearson Academic Test of English of 55 overall is required, with a minimum of 51 in all four components. |
If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate English language skills that are sufficiently developed for successful completion of your studies. We accept a range of recognised English language qualifications that are equivalent to the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening
English language support at Falmouth
https://www.falmouth.ac.uk/international/english-language-support
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Falmouth University
Woodlane
Falmouth
TR11 4RH