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Media and Communications at Coventry University - UCAS

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

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12Nov
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19Nov
Coventry University London - Undergraduate Open Event
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22Nov
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Course summary

Dive into today’s media landscape by developing storytelling, media theory and practical skills in journalism, PR, digital media and live projects, supporting your progression into a range of creative industries. Ready to shape the future of media? This course offers an exciting gateway into the world of media and communications. Create content, challenge the norm and bring your ideas to life through hands-on projects and practical studio work.  

  • Ethical analysis of media: critique communication, media theory, and the creative sectors through detailed analysis and the application of new ideas, all approached with an ethical mindset.
  • Hands-on media experience: challenge established approaches to industry practice by engaging in real-world projects and hands-on experience in the contemporary media and communications landscape.
  • Create content with impact: engage global audiences and create new knowledge and ways of thinking to deliver your message with purpose and power.
Why you should study this course Project-based learning: develop skills valued by employers through practical, real-world assessments that go beyond traditional essays to prepare for the evolving needs of employers in the media and creative industries. Turn passion into professional impact: channel your interests, whether in content creation, storytelling or media activism, into meaningful work that resonates with audiences and drives change. Create media that matters: produce compelling digital, video, audio and social media content with real-world relevance and impact, gaining hands-on experience in a studio-style environment. Critically rethink media and culture: learn to analyse, question and reshape the media you consume—challenging narratives, exploring cultural trends and addressing ethical questions from AI to global news. Join a legacy of innovation: study an established media course—continually updated to stay ahead of trends—while joining a legacy of graduates thriving across journalism, film, marketing and digital media. Develop highly valued skills: reflecting the changing and dynamic needs of industry, including exceptional communication, project planning, critical thinking and analysis, problem-solving and powerful presentation and listening skills. For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website

Modules

This course has a common first year The common first year enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn. If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements). Common first year courses: Journalism BA (Hons) Media and Communications BA (Hons) Year One Modules: Multiplatform Skills in the Digital Age The Power to Influence: Media Responsibility Creating Stories: Narratives and Communities Digital Tribes: Understanding Audiences Year Two Modules: Content Creation and Cultural Contexts Influencers and Brands: Digital Media Making Networking, Professionalism and Self-branding in the Media ScreenLab: Visual Storytelling Sandwich Year: There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement2 can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final years of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future. Final Year Modules: Media Trendspotting: Research Tools and Tactics Impact: Media Campaigning and Activism Persuasion: Public Relations and Marketing The Future of the Creative Industries We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.

Assessment method

This course is assessed using methods that vary by module. Assessment methods may include:  Interactive digital essays  Podcasts Viral video challenges  Collaborative public facing projects  Real world field assignments  Immersive simulations   Written critiques  Industry mapping  Articles and news content  Social media marketing campaigns.  The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.

How to apply

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

Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

We’re here to help you achieve your study goals. If your qualifications or expected levels of grades differ from those outlined above, chat with our admissions team and between us we will explore the possibilities open to you. We accept a range of qualifications and our study experience is designed to give you options and support from the start. Contact us via our website to find out more.

Student Outcomes

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60%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
100%
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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

Additional costs/fee information 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 . Studying this course with a sandwich year incurs an additional £1,500 fee (£1,800 for international students) to cover your academic support throughout your placement year. For full international fees and the most up to date information about tuition fees, please check the relevant course page of the Coventry University website.
Media and Communications at Coventry University - UCAS