BA (Hons) Digital Media and Language (French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese) at Birkbeck, University of London

Programme overview

This BA Digital Media and Language allows you to build a combined degree in which you will develop digital media knowledge and practical skills that are much in demand, while gaining competency in a modern language and exploring its cultural context.

Faculty: School of Creative Arts, Culture and Communication | Duration: Three years full-time, on campus; Four years part-time, on campus | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: October 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will explore how digital technologies shape culture and society at the same time as gaining hands-on experience and creative and technical abilities in content creation, video editing, digital design and multimedia storytelling. You will also build digital literacy and data awareness, including in search engine optimisation (SEO), analytics, visualisation and platform engagement strategies. You must complete modules worth a total of 360 credits. Compulsory modules include Language learning module 1, 2, 3 or 4, film, media and journalism studies, or, creative practice and professional development, or, language-specific culture, Year 2.

Career pathways

Studying this course will prepare you for roles in a range of fields and professions including in: digital marketing and communications, international relations and diplomacy, cultural institutions, NGOs and global nonprofits, data and analytics roles in the cultural, public or business sectors, translation and localisation.

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Entry requirements

This course is suitable for all language entry levels, from beginner to proficiency, including native speaker level if you choose to study French, German, Italian, Spanish or Japanese. If you decide to study Korean or Mandarin Chinese, then these languages are available at beginner entry level. Full-time study - how many UCAS points do I need: Three years full-time: 112 points (e.g. A-levels BBC) Four years full-time with Foundation Year: 48 points Part-time study: For part-time study our standard requirements are a minimum of two A-levels or equivalent. Alternative entry routes: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: DMM English language: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component. UCAS code 1F32 (Three years full-time, on campus).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time home students; Three years full-time, on campus Source

International applicants: GBP 19,320 a year (2027/28). Full-time international students; Three years full-time, on campus Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: Three years full-time, on campus; Four years part-time, on campus

Apply through the official page: https://www.bbk.ac.uk/student-services/admissions/undergraduate/applications

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