Communications and Media

Communications and media studies examines the systems, industries, and practices through which information and culture are produced and circulated in the modern world. It asks how messages are constructed, who controls the channels through which they travel, how audiences interpret what they receive, and what social and political consequences follow from the ways in which communication is organised. As digital technologies continue to reshape how people communicate, consume content, and form public opinion, the discipline has never been more directly relevant.

This three-year full-time degree at the University of Gloucestershire benefits from strong industry partnerships that connect academic learning to professional practice.

You will develop analytical skills in media theory and communication studies alongside practical experience in creating content and campaigns across different media formats. The University of Gloucestershire's connections with PR agencies across Cheltenham, Bristol, London, and beyond mean that you will have the opportunity to work with real organisations and clients throughout your studies, developing a professional portfolio alongside your academic understanding. You will examine how communication functions across journalism, public relations, advertising, social media, and other professional contexts, developing the versatility to work across the changing media landscape.

A typical entry tariff of 120 UCAS points reflects an accessible admissions standard. Graduates from communications and media programmes at Gloucestershire move into careers in public relations, journalism, digital content creation, social media management, advertising, marketing communications, broadcasting, and cultural and arts organisations. The practical orientation of the degree means you graduate with both the conceptual understanding and the professional portfolio that employers in media and communications value.