International Year One in Media and Communications

The world of modern media is incredibly complex, and has an enormous influence on our daily lives. That’s why the study of Media and Communications is so important, and why a degree in the field can give you a huge range of opportunities. This pathway course will allow you to progress directly to the 2nd year of a degree related to Media and similar subjects.

Course modules

2 terms

All students study these modules to gain a solid base of skills: • Communication Theory • Cross Platform Media • Digital Essentials • English for Academic Purposes • Language in Media • Marketing Principles • Media and Society.

2.5 and 3 terms

​You’ll also study these modules if your English level is below UKVI IELTS 5.5: • English for Academic Study 3 • Independent and Collaborative Study • Reading and Writing 3 • Speaking and Listening 3 Or if you have at least UKVI IELTS 5.5, or do not need to take an IELTS test, you’ll study these modules: • Critical Reading, Writing and Reasoning for Higher Education • Digital Applications • Independent and Collaborative Study • UK Society and Culture.

3.5 and 4 terms

Study additional modules to help you reach university: • English for Academic Study 2 • Reading and Writing 2 • Speaking and Listening 2 • Study Skills Preparation.

This pathway course can lead to following degree courses.

Media

• Communication and Media BA (Hons)
• Film BA (Hons)
• Marketing BSc (Hons)
• Marketing Communications BA (Hons)
• Marketing Communications with Advertising BA (Hons)
• Marketing Communications with Public Relations BA (Hons)
• Media Production BA (Hons)
• Multimedia Journalism BA (Hons)
• Scriptwriting for Film and Television BA (Hons)
• Television Production BA (Hons)