Media and Communication - HND
Birmingham City University
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Course info

This course offers an inspiring introduction to the production, theoretical and professional aspects of media. It gives you a solid and respected platform from which you can progress to further study or present yourself as a competent and credible candidate for employment in the media and communication industries.Whats covered in this course?We strongly believe in the practical application of theory to real-life situations. We are fortunate to have very strong links with employers in the media ...Read more

This course offers an inspiring introduction to the production, theoretical and professional aspects of media. It gives you a solid and respected platform from which you can progress to further study or present yourself as a competent and credible candidate for employment in the media and communication industries.

What's covered in this course?

We strongly believe in the practical application of theory to real-life situations. We are fortunate to have very strong links with employers in the media industry, who see great value in our approach.

Modules you study include Broadcast Production, Research Methods and Academic Skills, History and Structure of the Media, Media texts and Cultural Contexts, and Professional Studies, in which Birmingham Metropolitan College will support you in securing a two-week placement in a media production business.

Your studies cover key aspects of audio, the moving image, journalism, and television studio practice.

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WUSCA ranking:
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78/279
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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39th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
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92nd

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Domestic

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£9,535 per year

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Students from England

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,535 per year

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Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,535 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£17,690 per year

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Students from EU

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£17,690 per year

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Birmingham City University
James Watt Campus Aldridge Road Birmingham B44 8NE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hamstead  0.9 miles away
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