BA (Hons) Communication & Media (with Foundation Year option)

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• Entry requirements
  For September 2022 and September 2023 entry: 104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM.
  
  Numeracy and Literacy: GCSE English Language or Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.
  
  International entry requirements:
  
  Please see below some examples of the qualifications for entry onto Year 1 for September 2022 and September 2023 entry:
  
  Chinese Senior High School Graduation Certificate (Huikao) average 80%, or Gaokao 61-71%. Grade depends on the course
  
  Hong Kong HKDSE Diploma (4,4,3 to 4,4,4 from three subjects). Grade depends on the course
  
  All India Senior School Certificate Examination (Standard XII) 60-70%
  
  Italian Esame di Stato with 60-70%. Grade depends on the course
  
  Titulo de Bachillerato with 6 or 7. Grade depends on the course
  
  For September 2022 and September 2023 entry: If English is not your first language you\'ll need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.
• Academic title
  BA (Hons)
• Course description
  Why study BA (Hons) Communication & Media at BU? Develop a critical understanding of the role the media plays in culture and society, ranging from the rise of the \'influencer\' to the promotion of social issues  Explore communication theories that can be applied across any media platform including narrative structures and audience theories  Work on live briefs with local charities such as Volunteer Centre Dorset, The Pantry Partnership, GECCO – Early Years Childcare Environment and Dorset Road Safety  Work at prestigious companies across a range of industries as placement students and graduates – including Nintendo, Adobe, Mercedes, and Walt Disney  Publish news and features across our student platforms: Fresher Publishing and Nerve Media.Enter a range of careers. On this course, you will develop an interdisciplinary, practical skillset in multimedia design and production – including audio, video, scriptwriting and online publishing. You’ll have access to industry-standard software and technical production facilities on campus, including HD TV and radio studios.Foundation year: We have a foundation year option for UK students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the media and communication skills required for this course, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to the full degree.

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