BSc Media and Communication with foundation year
Course overview
The BSc Media and Communication with Foundation Year at the University of Surrey is designed for students who do not meet direct entry requirements. It helps them develop the required skills needed for the main degree in media and communication. These skills produce digitally confident, critical, and creative thinkers in a globalised digital media world.
In this programme, students will learn in areas including media power and regulations, media audiences and users, public relations, global media and communications, big data and digital societies. The course also explores how communication impacts society, government, and business.
The teaching methods include small group tutorials, projects and workshops, as well as lectures and classes. Assessment includes a combination of examination, coursework, practical examinations, reports and a compulsory research project in a chosen subject in the final year. This approach gives the students a dynamic foundation in social sciences.
Entry requirements
Applicants are to submit a personal statement explaining their interest in media and communication, with any relevant academic or practical experience. A reference from an academic or employer is required, and a CV may be included to show relevant work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants generally require A-level grades of CCC for the BSc Media and Communication with Foundation Year.
- Alternatively, a GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade 4 (C) and Mathematics at Grade 4 (C).
English Proficiency:
- Applicants are required to have an overall IELTS score of 6.5 with 6.0 in Writing and a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
- Alternative tests like PTE or TOEFL are accepted.
Scholarships
Discounts for Surrey Graduates
As graduate of Surrey you may be eligible for a 20 per cent discount on our taught masters programme fees.
Up to 20% of feesEarly Payment Discount
The discount is awarded as a £2,000 fee waiver for eligible students in the first year of their studies.
Up to £2,000ICAEW Foundation Bursary
The ICAEW Foundation Bursary will be given as a one-off payment of £5,000 for one year of postgraduate study.
Up to £5,000International Alumni Discount for Medicine (Graduate Entry) BMBS
The discount of 20% only applies to the first year of the Medicine (Graduate Entry) BMBS programme.
Up to 20% of feesInternational Excellence Award (Postgraduate)
This prestigious £5,000 award recognises academic excellence and is awarded to selected students starting a masters degree at Surrey.
Up to £5,000International Excellence Award (Undergraduate)
The scholarship is awarded as a £5,000 fee waiver.
Up to £5,000ISTAT Foundation Scholarship Program
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Surrey MBA AI Pathfinders Scholarship
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.
Surrey MBA Eastern Europe Bridge Scholarship
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.
Surrey MBA Employer Partnership Scholarship
This scholarship allows the Surrey MBA to match employer contributions towards the tuition fee up to 40%.
Surrey MBA Enterprise Trailblazer Scholarship
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.
Surrey MBA Service Stewardship Scholarship
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.
Surrey MBA Women in Leadership
This is a partial scholarship that covers 10 – 50% of the tuition fee.
The Professor GQ Max Lu Global Scholarship
The total value of the award is £30,000 (£10,000 x 3 years).
Up to £30,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of this programme can pursue job roles such as:
- Multimedia Journalist
- Public Relations Officer
- Digital Content Producer
- Communications Strategist
- Media Research Analyst
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the foundation plus degree programme for international students is £22,900 per year.
Admission
Interested applicants can apply for the course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). For guidance, contact AHZ's trained counsellors.
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