**If you are an International student we are accepting applications now.**
**If you are a UK, ROI or CI student please register your interest: https://crm-form.bournemouth.ac.uk/NewCoursesInDevelopment and we will email you when the course is open for applications, following OfS approval of the tuition fees.**
Interested in managing social media for top brands, producing podcasts, creating digital strategies, or publishing compelling stories and content? This 2-year accelerated degree gets you career-ready for the fast-moving communication and media industries.
**If you are an International student we are accepting applications now.**<br/><br/>**If you are a UK, ROI or CI student please register your interest: https://crm-form.bournemouth.ac.uk/NewCoursesInDevelopment and we will email you when the course is open for applications, following OfS approval of the tuition fees.**<br/><br/>Interested in managing social media for top brands, producing podcasts, creating digital strategies, or publishing compelling stories and content? This 2-year accelerated degree gets you career-ready for the fast-moving communication and media industries.<br/><br/>**Why study the BA (Hons) Communication and Media Accelerated Degree?**<br/><br/><br/>- A dynamic and interdisciplinary approach that blends cultural studies, digital communications, journalism, storytelling and marketing communications, providing a comprehensive foundation in both cultural and digital media<br/><br/><br/>- Develop a critical understanding of how communication and media shape society, exploring key areas such as journalism, advertising, public relations and marketing, while exploring the impact of social media, influencers, political dialogue and global social issues<br/><br/><br/>- Gain hands-on expertise in multimedia design and production, covering areas such as podcasting, video, scriptwriting and online publishing. Access industry-defining software and technical resources, including computer labs and podcasting studios<br/><br/><br/>- Collaborate on real-world projects, generating innovative and imaginative ideas and solutions to support UK charities such as Volunteer Centre Dorset, The Pantry Partnership, GECCO (Champions for Change in the Early Years) and Dorset Road Safe Partnership<br/><br/><br/>- Gain valuable work experience across various media sectors during a four-week placement that you can choose to take during or after your studies. Expand your network and expertise, preparing for a successful start to your career<br/><br/><br/>- Showcase your work, publishing news and features across our student platforms: Fresher Publishing and Nerve Media, or learn to build a global audience on your own platform too.<br/>
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
P902
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1
112
128
112 - 128 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent
112–128 tariff points from Scottish Highers
112–128 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
30
32
30–32 points
DMM
112 tariff points
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
D*D
112 tariff points
Accepted as part of the overall tariff
DMM
112 tariff points
112–128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A-levels or equivalent
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Accepted as part of the overall tariff.
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent
112 - 128 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent
M
120 UCAS tariff points
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
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