University of Sussex has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
8th in the UK for our research outputs in Communications, Cultural and Media Studies in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education) =16th in the UK for Communications and Media Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024) 16th in the UK for Communications and Media Studies (Complete University Guide 2025) About the course On this course, you’ll explore how the media shape our social, political and cultural worlds, and find out about the role of journalism in contemporary societies. You’ll develop an in-depth understanding of the media alongside hands-on practical journalistic skills. You’ll learn from experts in media, communications and journalism concerned with equalities, freedom, social justice, radical politics and critical thinking. You’ll:
- gain a range of skills across media platforms (audio, visual, digital and print)
- learn how to apply those skills in the journalism and media industries
- have (mostly 24/7) access to our specialist facilities, including a news studio, sound studios and editing labs.
- a range of practical skills you can apply in the journalism and media industries
- a critical understanding of their relevance and importance.
Modules
See the modules you will study by year by going to the 'view course details' link.
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- P400
- Institution code:
- S90
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level - ABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher - AABBB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
Extended Project
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Including at least 5.5 in each component. We accept IELTS One Skills Retake. We do not accept IELTS Online. |
| PTE Academic | 59 | Including at least 59 in all four skills. We do not accept the PTE Academic Online test. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 80 | TOEFL (iBT), including at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, 17 in Writing. We do not accept TOEFL (iBT) Home Edition. |
Please see our English language requirements.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
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 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £26250 | Year 1 |
| International | £26250 | 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
Note that your fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis as the Government reviews the fee levels.
Provider information
University of Sussex
Sussex House
Brighton
BN1 9RH