Media and Communications BSc (Hons) at Brunel University of London

If you’re planning a career in the media, our degree will give you a unique, in-depth understanding of how the industry shapes today’s world while equipping you with the practical skills you need, thanks to our expert training in media production. Using top-tier equipment and software, including free access to Adobe Creative Cloud, you’ll learn practical skills in generative AI, photography, design, digital media content creation and post-production. Our industry-standard editing suites will help you master the skills that the media industry demands.

Faculty: College of Arts, Law and Social Sciences  |  Department: Department of Social Sciences, Media and Communications  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement  |  Study mode: full-time; placement year option  |  Intake: September  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Throughout your degree, you’ll be encouraged to link together theoretical and practical parts of the course as you engage in a broad-ranging study of contemporary media. Compulsory modules by year include Year 1: Contemporary Challenges, Fundamentals of the Social Sciences, Special Subjects A, Special Subjects B; Year 2: Media Genres, Researching Your World; Year 3: Dissertation, Major Final Project, Working in the Creative and Cultural Industries.

Career pathways

As a media and communications student at Brunel, you'll benefit from a mentoring scheme, a variety of paid internship opportunities and the chance to connect directly with leading industry employers through regular careers events on campus. Our dedicated career development modules support you to explore your career options after graduation, and how to show your skills in professional job applications.

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