Media and Communication with a Foundation Year - BA (Hons)
Swansea University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Singleton Park Campus 1

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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4 Years

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Study Media and Communication with us and you will learn practical skills to equip you for an exciting career in the media, marketing or related fields, as well as transferable skills which are valued by employers and open up a range of wider career opportunities.The foundation year gives you an exciting introduction to higher education, exploring the humanities and social sciences before progressing to the full degree programme. It’s ideal if you need a little more support after further ...Read more

Study Media and Communication with us and you will learn practical skills to equip you for an exciting career in the media, marketing or related fields, as well as transferable skills which are valued by employers and open up a range of wider career opportunities.The foundation year gives you an exciting introduction to higher education, exploring the humanities and social sciences before progressing to the full degree programme. It’s ideal if you need a little more support after further education or if you are returning to education after a gap. You will have the chance to explore radio and video production, digital and social media, journalism, public relations, branding, marketing and more, learning from experienced industry professionals and leading academics.Our Media and Communication Graduates are truly international and are employed around the world. They have careers in:Journalism, Media, Business, Public Relations and Marketing, Digital Marketing, TV and Radio

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26th
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40th
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Eleanor
06 Feb 26

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Wyl
29 Jan 26

The staff are all very welcoming and friendly, there is a good array of places for students to study and a decent variety of food to get on campus. The location of the campus is..Read more

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A level

A level:

CDD - DDD Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

72 - 80 Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

We require a minimum of 5 passes at Grade A*-C, including minimum Grade C (4) in Mathematics and English Language Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024):

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£9,535 per year

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£18,400 per year

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£18,400 per year

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Swansea University
Swansea University , Swansea

In 2023, the WhatUni Student Choice Awards ranked Swansea University 6th in the UK for Career Prospects, reflecting the...

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Swansea University
Singleton Park Swansea SA2 8PP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Swansea  1.2 miles away

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