Communication & Media (2-year accelerated degree), BA (Hons), Bournemouth University (BU)

the United Kingdom

Study options for this course

The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
BA (Hons)	Full-time	2 years	September	GBP 11440 per year	GBP 23000 per year

About Communication & Media (2-year accelerated degree), BA (Hons) - at Bournemouth University (BU)

Interested in managing social media for top brands, producing podcasts, creating digital strategies, or publishing compelling stories and content? This 2-year accelerated degree gets you career-ready for the fast-moving communication and media industries.

Why study the BA (Hons) Communication and Media Accelerated Degree at BU?

A dynamic and interdisciplinary approach that blends cultural studies, digital communications, journalism, storytelling and marketing communications, providing a comprehensive foundation in both cultural and digital media
Develop a critical understanding of how communication and media shape society, exploring key areas such as journalism, advertising, public relations and marketing, while exploring the impact of social media, influencers, political dialogue and global social issues
Gain hands-on expertise in multimedia design and production, covering areas such as podcasting, video, scriptwriting and online publishing. Access industry-defining software and technical resources, including computer labs and podcasting studios
Collaborate on real-world projects, generating innovative and imaginative ideas and solutions to support UK charities such as Volunteer Centre Dorset, The Pantry Partnership, GECCO (Champions for Change in the Early Years) and Dorset Road Safe Partnership
Gain valuable work experience across various media sectors during a four-week placement that you can choose to take during or after your studies. Expand your network and expertise, preparing for a successful start to your career
Showcase your work, publishing news and features across our student platforms: Fresher Publishing and Nerve Media, or learn to build a global audience on your own platform too.

Notes about fees for this course

September 2025 entry:

£11,440 per year (UK, ROI & CI)
£23,000 per year (Int'l)

For fees and funding information please visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-funding

Entry requirements

For September 2025 and September 2026 entry: 112 - 128 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. All subjects considered.

Please see below some examples of the qualifications for entry onto Year 1 for September 2025 and September 2026 entry:

China: Chinese Senior High School Graduation Certificate (Huikao) average 80%, or Gaokao 61-71%. Grade depends on the course
France: Baccalaureate with 11.5–12.5 overall or 10.5-11.5 (international option)
Hong Kong: HKDSE Diploma (4,4,3 to 4,4,4 from three subjects). Grade depends on the course
India: All India Senior School Certificate Examination (Standard XII) 60-70%
Spain: Titulo de Bachillerato with 6 - 7. Grade depends on the course
Turkey: Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise Bitirme Diplomasi 3.5/5.0 or 70%

For September 2025 and September 2026 entry: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in reading or writing and 5.5 in all other components, or equivalent.

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