Media and Communications
University of SussexCourse Overview
The BA (Hons) Media and Communications at University of Sussex is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about shaping public narratives. Based in Brighton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. 8th in the UK for our research outputs in Communications, Cultural and Media Studies in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education) =16th in the UK for Communications and Media Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024) 16th in the UK for Communications and Media Studies (Complete University Guide 2025) About the course How do the media shape the social, cultural and political landscape? If you’d like to find out, this course is for you. Supported by our experts, you’ll explore the role the media play in reflecting – and moulding – the world around us. International tuition fees are £27,300 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 84% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £24,000 within three years, and a 93% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB You must have GCSE (or equivalent) in English at grade 5 (or grade B). You should also have a broad range of GCSEs (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points This score should be from the full IB Diploma. |
| UCAS Points | 128 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£27,300
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Sussex
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £23,000 | £24,000 | £29,000 |
| 3 years | £19,000 | £24,000 | £28,500 |
| 5 years | £25,000 | £30,500 | £38,500 |
UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH24-01-05). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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Overall
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