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International Media and Communications Studies BA (Hons)

University of Nottingham

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    University Park Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Communication defines us as human beings.

At Nottingham. youll be given the chance to think critically about the rapidly changing world of media and communication in a global context. From the legacies of European Empires to the transformative power of new media technologies, youll develop a critical understanding of media and communication in a wide range of cultural contexts and political systems around the world.

Drawing on a range of approaches (such as sociology, communication theory, politics and cultural studies), youll explore:

technology - what we use and how it shapes communication

content - what we say and how other people understand it

impact - how individuals, groups and countries engage with different forms of media and communication

industry – how media and communication work as an economic sector

history – how past knowledge and experience inform current media and culture

politics - how media empowers individuals and groups and helps change society

ethics - the informed choices we all make in our communications and daily life

sustainability – how the industry can help tackle global challenges such as climate change and womens rights

Careers overview

You'll be well placed to start a career in the media, communication, and cultural sector with knowledge of:

different types of content

how media contents are used and presented

the impact these contents have in different contexts

You'll also have a critical understanding of the creative and cultural industries (and how they operate). This will allow you to explore multiple career pathways.

The degree will also build a wide set of skills for success across different sectors, such as:

ability to conduct and report on in-depth research

think critically and communicate effectively

operate independently and as part of a team

construct reasoned arguments and be able to defend them

The skills you develop will make you:

resilient - as the nature of work changes you can adapt

flexible - you can choose across different sectors as you develop and grow and opportunities arise

Duration: 3 years full-time (part-time option available)

Tuition fees

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£ 23,000per year

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

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University information

University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham

  • University League Table

    30th

  • Campus address

    University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG7 2RD, England

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Communication & Media Studies

    37th out of 91 10

  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    136 66%

    23rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    64.0 64%

    53rd

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.92 73%

    77th

    19

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