Nottingham Trent University

BA Media and Philosophy

Nottingham Trent University

Course overview

The BA Media and Philosophy at Nottingham Trent University is a three-year joint honours degree that develops students’ skills to be conceptually aware, intellectually confident, and media savvy. This fully interdisciplinary programme equips students with the critical and creative thinking skills needed to analyse, understand, and evaluate major problems of contemporary global society and its sources of power and influence. It also builds problem-solving and teamwork skills needed to thrive in the graduate workplace.

Students study modules in media theory and practice alongside modules in applied ethics, political philosophy, philosophy of film and media, global philosophy, and philosophy of language and communication. The course is designed for students interested in exploring the deeper dimensions of mediated lives, preparing them to become critical professionals capable of challenging the present and opening possibilities for change. Students have opportunities to work with leading practitioners and thinkers in these fields.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • UCAS Tariff: 104–112 points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent).
  • Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma – DMM from a BTEC Extended Diploma.

English Language Requirements:

  • IELTS: Overall 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
  • PTE Academic: Minimum score of 59 in each element.
  • TOEFL iBT (including Home Edition): Overall score of 72 with at least 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking, and 17 in Writing.

Scholarships

  • English Language Test Discount

    You may be entitled to £200 towards the cost of an English Language Test.

    Up to £200

  • NTU Excellence Scholarships

    Undergraduate and Postgraduate - 50% or 25% off your first year tuition fees.

  • NTU International Merit Scholarships

    International Merit Scholarships: £3,000

    Up to £3,000

  • NTU International Scholarships

    International Scholarships : £2,000

    Up to £2,000

  • NTU Music Scholarship

    We may award music tuition for a number of months, a full academic year, or up to the length of your course.

  • NTU Sanctuary Scholarship

  • Outstanding Achievement Award

    The value of the scholarship is £1,000 for each year of study on your first course at the University (excluding any work placement year).

    Up to £1,000

  • Sibling Loyalty Reward

    20% discount on tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Sport Scholarships

    Potential bursary or fee reduction.

  • Undergraduate Executive Dean's Scholarship

    Undergraduate Executive Dean's Scholarship: £5,000

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of BA Media and Philosophy from Nottingham Trent University can pursue careers such as:

  • Journalist
  • Consultant
  • Policy Analyst
  • Editor
  • Lawyer

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students studying BA Media and Philosophy at Nottingham Trent University is £17,950 per year. Fees are subject to annual increases.

Admission

Applicants should apply through UCAS. For guidance, students can speak to trained counsellors to learn more about the application process.

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