Media and Communication, BA (Hons)

This programme develops multimedia skills through coursework, placements, and hands-on experience in producing content for online and broadcast formats, ensuring alignment with the fast-paced media industry. Students benefit from practical communications training, exciting modules blending theory and practice, and guidance from experienced tutors with backgrounds at organisations like the BBC and ITV. In the first year, foundational skills in writing, podcasting, and video production are covered; the second year allows specialisation in PR, script writing, or audio; and the final year includes a long-term project with a media organisation, plus opportunities in a student-run PR agency.Based at the Markeaton Street Campus, students access state-of-the-art facilities including radio studios, TV studios, video editing suites, and Adobe Creative Suite, fostering confidence in industry-standard technology. This prepares graduates for careers in multimedia communications, content creation, marketing, PR, social media, and beyond, with transferable skills applicable to diverse global roles in creative industries, politics, law, and public administration.