Media and Communication BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Media and Communication BA (Hons)
If you enjoy being independent and critically minded, you can become a Content Producer or Multimedia Specialist. Study media for film, TV, press, radio and digital platforms at degree level.
Media and communication have the power to change the way we think and act. As mobile network coverage now reaches 85% of the world’s population (UNCTAD 2021), media and communication industries are reaching and influencing a bigger, more connected audience than ever before.
We offer research-led media and communication teaching on the platforms you are passionate about. This...
If you enjoy being independent and critically minded, you can become a Content Producer or Multimedia Specialist. Study media for film, TV, press, radio and digital platforms at degree level. <br/><br/>Media and communication have the power to change the way we think and act. As mobile network coverage now reaches 85% of the world’s population (UNCTAD 2021), media and communication industries are reaching and influencing a bigger, more connected audience than ever before. <br/><br/>We offer research-led media and communication teaching on the platforms you are passionate about. This is the perfect degree choice if you want to bring about positive changes within the media and communication industry and its role within a global society. Glasgow Caledonian University is highly regarded for the quality of teaching, research and facilities it provides. The Complete University Guide features us in their Top 20 UK universities (15th from almost 100 institutions) for media and communications (2022). <br/><br/><strong>Communication, cultural and media studies research</strong> <br/><br/>Communications, culture and media research is joint first in Scotland for its outstanding impact (Times Higher Education). Communications, culture and media research is ranked fourth in Scotland (Times Higher Education). 100% of our communications, culture and media research impact is world-leading or internationally excellent (REF2021). 73% of communications-related research is rated as world-leading or internationally excellent (REF2021).
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
07/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
PP93
Institution Code
G42
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
Scottish Higher
A,B,B,B
to include English or Media Studies
Access to HE Diploma
Applications are considered from applicants with a relevant Access course.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
26
IB Diploma 26 points including HL English or Media at 4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
Extended Diploma DMM plus GCSE English/Media at C/4
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H1,H2,H3,H3
Scottish HNC
Pass
Level 2 Entry: SQA 15 Credit: HNC Media and Communication or HNC Creative Industries TV/Radio with B in the graded units or Next Gen HNC Television, Achieved in Merit
Scottish HND
Pass
Level 3 Entry: SQA HND Media and Communication, HND Advertising and PR, HND Practical Journalism with AB/BA in the graded units or Next Gen HND in TV/Radio, Achieved with Merit
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
Pass
Accepted as equivalent to one Higher at grade B as part of the overall grade profile of Highers required for entry. Any essential subjects at Higher should still be achieved in addition to the Foundation Apprenticeship.
A level
B,C,C
to include English or Media Studies
T Level
M
T Level in Media, Broadcast and Production with Merit
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £15,700 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |











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