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Media and Communications BA (Hons)

University of Sussex

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University of Sussex
UCAS CODE: P306

Course options

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


8th in the UK for our research outputs in Communications, Cultural and Media Studies in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)


=16th in the UK for Communications and Media Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)


16th in the UK for Communications and Media Studies (Complete University 51ÊÓƵ 2025)


About the course

How do the media shape the social, cultural and political landscape? If you’d like to find out, this course is for you. Supported by our experts, you’ll explore the role the media play in reflecting – and moulding – the world around us. This BA combines theory and practice. In the classroom, you’re taught critical and historical studies of media. Using our professional facilities, you’ll have the opportunity to create your own audio, visual and digital content. You’ll enjoy 24/7 access to a newsroom, various editing suites and a professional sound studio. During your studies, you’ll:- develop study skills including time management, note taking and essay writing- learn to be a critical thinker- gain hands-on experience- take electives from other subjects – from business to law and modern languages – to open your mind to other disciplines and tailor your degree to your interests.The combination of study and practical work gives you the skills needed for a career in the world of media. And where better to do all this than in Brighton, one of the country’s fastest growing hubs for all things digital and media related? Our graduates have gone on to roles in journalism, advertising, publishing, press and public relations, and education.


About Sussex

Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.


Location

Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 26,250per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

Entry requirements

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

A level

A level : ABB

You must have GCSE (or equivalent) in English at grade 5 (or grade B).You should also have a broad range of GCSEs (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

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University information

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

  • University League Table

    47th

  • Campus address

    University of Sussex, Sussex House, Falmer, Brighton, Brighton, BN1 9RH, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Communication & Media Studies

    16th out of 91 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    134 65%

    26th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    37th

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.00 75%

    63rd

    20

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