French and International Media and Communications Studies BA (Hons)
Course Overview - French and International Media and Communications Studies BA (Hons)
Communication defines us as human beings.
This degree gives you a chance to think critically about media and communication in your own society, globally and in a French-specific context.
International media and communications
Drawing on a range of approaches (such as sociology, communication theory, politics and cultural studies), you’ll explore areas such as:
- technology
- content
- impact
- economics
- history
- politics
- ethics
- sust...
Communication defines us as human beings.<br/>This degree gives you a chance to think critically about media and communication in your own society, globally and in a French-specific context.<br/><br/><strong>International media and communications</strong><br/>Drawing on a range of approaches (such as sociology, communication theory, politics and cultural studies), you’ll explore areas such as:<br/><br/><br/>- technology<br/><br/><br/>- content<br/><br/><br/>- impact<br/><br/><br/>- economics<br/><br/><br/>- history<br/><br/><br/>- politics<br/><br/><br/>- ethics<br/><br/><br/>- sustainability<br/><br/><br/>With the focus being on media theory and cultural history youll develop critical skills in:<br/><br/><br/>- media<br/><br/><br/>- analysis<br/><br/><br/>- cultural awareness<br/><br/><br/>- industry engagement<br/><br/><br/><strong>French</strong><br/>You can start the degree with A-level French or as a beginner.<br/><br/>Whichever pathway you take youll build your language skills to near-native competence by the end.<br/><br/>As well as building language skills youll also get a full appreciation of the Francophone world through modules on:<br/><br/><br/>- culture<br/><br/><br/>- history<br/><br/><br/>- politics<br/><br/><br/>You will have the opportunity to spend your third year abroad in a French-speaking country. This exciting experience develops your communication skills and really helps you stand out to future employers.<br/><br/><strong>Hollywood Internships programme</strong><br/>This course is perfect for a career in the creative industries. At Nottingham, you can gain valuable experience through internships, placements, and work opportunities. No more so though than with our prestigious Hollywood Internships programme, unique to Nottingham. Previous internships have involved:<br/><br/><br/>• First-reading of incoming film and television scripts<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Collecting audience data and preparing evaluation reports<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Filming interviews with Hollywood veterans for the archive<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Training, masterclasses, professional lectures and panels<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Working front of house at special screenings and industry events<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Indicative partner organisations include A24, CAA, Disney, Warner, Paramount, Sony, Lionsgate, UTA, and WME.<br/><br/><br/><br/>Our partners, and the number and nature of the internships, change each year. Vacancies are advertised in the Autumn term for students in years two and above. These are highly competitive positions, and places are not guaranteed. Terms and conditions apply.<br/><br/>The internships are supported through the generosity of Peter Rice, Nottingham graduate and former Chair of Disney General Entertainment Content. The awards are competitive and open exclusively to our students.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
University Park Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
RP19
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,B,B,B,B
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Scottish Advanced Highers at grades AB including any one of French, German, Russian, Spanish or Mandarin, if you will be studying the language post-A level. No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
Access to HE Diploma
D:24,M:21,P:0
A level grade B in any one of French, German, Russian, Spanish or Mandarin, if you will be studying the language post-A level
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30
or 655 in 3 Higher Level Certificates. 5 in any one of French, German, Russian, Spanish or Mandarin at HL or 6 in French, German, Russian, Spanish or Mandarin at SL B Programme, if you will be studying the language post-A level No language qualification required for the beginners' pathway
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
(plus A level grade B in any one of French, German, Russian, Spanish or Mandarin, if you will be studying the language post-A level)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English grade 4 (alpha grade C)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
and A Level grade B (in one of French, German, Russian, Spanish or Mandarin, if you will be studying the language post-A level)
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,B
including any one of French, German, Russian, Spanish or Mandarin, if you will be studying the language post-A level. No Language qualification is required for beginners pathway. This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Scottish Higher grades ABBBB.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,M2,M3
minimum M2 in any one of French, German, Russian, Spanish or Mandarin, if you will be studying the language post-A level. No language qualification required for the beginners' pathway . No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
Extended Project
A
If you have already achieved your EPQ at Grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
and A Level grades BB (in one of French, German, Russian, Spanish or Mandarin, if you will be studying the language post-A level)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Applications are assessed on an individual basis.
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
A
If you have already achieved your Core Maths qualification at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your Core Maths qualification you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your Core Maths qualification. Core Maths qualifications offered by other exam boards are also considered for an alternative offer.
A level
A,B,B
B at A level in any one of French, German, Russian, Spanish or Mandarin, if you will be studying the language post-A level. No language qualification required for the beginners' pathway
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A
B
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels including B at A level in any one of French, German, Russian, Spanish or Mandarin, if you will be studying the language post-A level. No language qualification required for the beginners' pathway
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| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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