BA Hons Media and Communication

The BA Media & Communication course at Swansea University is a comprehensive study program designed to equip students with a wide range of skills and a deep understanding of the digital and social media landscape. It is an ideal degree for those looking to pursue a career in media and communications in the digital era.Course Content: The course offers a dynamic and flexible curriculum blending theoretical understanding with practical application. Key features of the program include the study of core concepts of media, journalism, and digital communication, research and analysis strategies, media law and ethics and the development of critical and creative communication skills.Key Modules: Some distinctive modules of the course include 'Truth, Objectivity, and Disinformation', 'Media and Communication as a Social Science', and 'Basic Media Production Skills'. Students also work on 'Media Research Methods', 'Media Law' and 'Ethics', as well as optional modules such as 'Digital Futures', 'Sound and Vision', and 'Media and Diversity'.Accreditations: The BA Media & Communication course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR), assuring students of a high-quality education in the field. Future Careers: Graduates from this course are qualified for a variety of roles within the media and communications industry. These include careers in journalism, PR and media regulation, digital marketing, advertising, digital social and cultural research or consultancy.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.