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Digital Media and Communication at University of Westminster, London - UCAS

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Course summary

Our Digital Media and Communication BA is ideal for those who are interested in internet cultures, data and society and media and communication research. The course has been designed to prepare you for the fast-changing media and communication industries and digital media roles of the future. You’ll become a highly skilled media professional who can create and share messages professionally across any digital platform, to truly connect with an audience. You’ll also be prepared for further postgraduate study. The course starts with a shared first year, where you will study alongside students on the other Digital Media BA pathways in Media Production, Journalism, Public Relations and Advertising. Together you’ll study the broad principles of digital media to produce a portfolio of digital content, develop your research skills and gain a critical understanding of core academic concepts. You’ll gain skills in content creation, digital media production, storytelling, and research, alongside a critical appreciation of the role of media in society. At the end of your first year, you’ll have the choice to continue with Digital Media and Communication or change to another pathway on the course to reflect your interests and aspirations. In your second and third year, you’ll build on your practical skills and conceptual insights. You’ll develop advanced digital production skills across platforms, with the opportunity to specialise in areas such as working with data and AI. You’ll learn how media organisations interact with society, including settings such as policy, charity, consultancy and government. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from industry professionals throughout the course and can benefit from our industry links by opting to complete a work placement year or expand your educational experience by studying aboard between Years 2 and 3. 


How to apply

Application codes

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Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.5IELTS of 6.5 overall, with at least 5.5 in each component

Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
90%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
100%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
EU £17000 Year 1
International £17000 Year 1

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

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Digital Media and Communication at University of Westminster, London - UCAS