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Media and Communication at University of Winchester - UCAS

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2025 - 20262026 - 2027
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This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.

University of Winchester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Open days

10Jun
University of Winchester - Open Afternoon (2026 entry)
Undergraduate
5Jul
University of Winchester - Open Day (2026 entry)
Undergraduate
13Sep
University of Winchester - Open Day (2026 entry)
Undergraduate

Course summary

  • Strong focus on the convergence of new and more traditional media, including social networks
  • Develop as a critical thinker and master the art of how to communicate creatively
  • Work Placement module will develop your employability skills and experience in an organisation relevant to your career aspirations
  • Access outstanding industry-standard facilities in our Multimedia Centre, including two HD TV studios with green screens, a newsroom, and radio studio
Studying Media and Communication at the University of Winchester will help you to develop a strong understanding of the media industries and trends in media culture and communication, providing you with a critical perspective of how global media works and the impact of new digital and AI technologies. We offer employability-led opportunities to develop professional skills and creative practices, including responding to live briefs, developing pitches and participating in client-facing projects. Our fully-equipped multimedia facilities and strong links with the professional world, including creative agencies, content creators, independent film producers, radio stations, newspapers and festivals, will help you build a combination of practical and transferable skills, creative thinking and applied academic knowledge so that you stand out in a competitive job market. The programme starts out by grounding you in the world and the practice of media, introducing both the study of media as an academic subject and developing your core creative skills. You will develop an understanding of the use of media across a variety of platforms, with a particular focus on the impact of new digital technologies in the context of the convergence of old and new media. As you progress through your degree, you will develop your critical analytical approach to media through the study of research methodologies and theories, as well as gaining the valuable opportunity for real-world experience and developing your graduate career strategy. You will have the chance to study a wide range of subjects in more depth and detail, from social media and branding to advertising and gamification, to the role popular media plays in culture and society. Through your final year, you will undertake an independent project on the topic of your choice, tailoring this vital capstone to your degree according to your own interests and graduate ambitions. You will also have the opportunity to shape the culmination of your studies by choosing from a blend of academic approaches and those offering further practical experience relating to various aspects of media. Graduates of our dynamic programme enter the workplace armed with a key set of flexible skills and the critical knowledge and understanding needed to flourish in the competitive world of the media. They go on to work in a wide range of careers in academic and industry research, journalism, media management, social media, public relations, fashion, advertising, communications, HR, education and public service.

Modules

For detailed information on modules you will be studying please click on the 'View course details' link at the top of this summary box.

How to apply

This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.

14Jan

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:
P302
Institution code:
W76
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)

Applicants who wish to apply for advanced standing (exemption from part of a programme) based on previous study are considered on an individual basis. Applicants are required to provide transcripts. confirming the module titles and grades they have already achieved, as well as module handbooks and/or programme specifications showing the learning outcomes of the modules completed.

International applicants

We accept a wide range of non-UK qualifications and use UK NARIC (National Recognition Information Centre) guidelines to confirm their equivalence.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Applicants are required to hold a minimum of 2 x A-level or equivalent qualifications (e.g. 2 x BTEC National Subsidiary Diplomas) and we accept all A-level subjects, including Critical Thinking, General Studies and own-language A-levels. We welcome applicants who have completed the Extended Project (EP/EPQ) and points obtained from this qualification will be included in any offer. In addition, we accept a maximum of 32 points from level 3 qualifications below A2 that are included in the tariff (e.g. AS-levels not studied at A-level, music or dance qualifications). If you are a mature student, your application will be considered on its individual merits and work or other professional experience may be taken into consideration in lieu of other published requirements.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6An overall score of 6.0, including 5.5 in writing is required. If you require Tier 4 sponsorship, you will require a minimum of 5.5 in all 4 components.

Student Outcomes

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70%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
80%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535* Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535* Year 1
Scotland £9535* Year 1
Wales £9535* Year 1
Channel Islands £9535* Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535* Year 1

*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

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

For further information about any additional costs associated with this course please see the individual course page on the University of Winchester website (www.winchester.ac.uk).
Media and Communication at University of Winchester - UCAS