BSc Media and Communication with foundation year and placement

The BSc Media and Communication with Foundation Year and placement at the University of Surrey is designed to help students develop the skills required for progression to the main degree in media and communication. The professional training placement offers students the opportunity to acquire professional experience through the university’s partnership with relevant industries.

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, producing digitally confident, critical, and creative thinkers in a globalised digital media world.

The methods of teaching 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.

The University of Surrey is a public research university located in Guildford, Surrey, England. It received its royal charter in 1966 and progressed from its origins as Battersea Polytechnic Institute, founded in 1891. The university has a strong commitment to research and innovation.

The university's main campus, Stag Hill, is situated close to Guildford town centre and provides a blend of academic environment and convenient amenities. Facilities include dedicated study spaces, student support services, and access to extensive learning resources.

The University of Surrey provides both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in disciplines such as medicine, law, engineering, business, and the arts.

Applicants are required to submit a personal statement, which should capture their interest in the course and any relevant academic or professional experience. A reference from an academic or employer is required.

Grade Requirements:

• For this programme, the typical offer is CCC at A-level.
• Other qualifications, such as Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (MMM) and Access to HE Diplomas, are also considered.

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.
• Other equivalent qualifications, such as PTE, TOEFL, or Duolingo English Test, are also accepted.

The tuition fee for this programme for international students is £22,900 per year.

The university offers scholarship programmes to international students to support them financially. These scholarships are awarded to applicants who satisfy the required eligibility criteria. The International Excellence Award, which recognises academic excellence, is one such scholarship offered, alongside the Vice Chancellor’s Future Leaders Award.

Graduates of this programme can work as:

• Journalist
• Public Relations Executive
• Digital Marketing Specialist
• Content Creator
• Media Researcher

Interested applicants can apply for the course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). For guidance, contact AHZ's trained counsellors.