Bachelor in Media and Communications (BA)

The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Jan 25, 2027; tuition is 20,450 GBP per year.

The Bachelor in Media and Communications is a 3-year program at Cardiff University for students interested in media and communications. It's a Bachelor degree taught in English.

This program covers subjects like media theory, communication studies, and media production. Students develop skills in media analysis, content creation, and team collaboration. They also participate in practical projects and workshops.

Graduates can become Media Analysts, Communications Coordinators, Digital Content Managers, Social Media Specialists, or Broadcast Journalists. They can work in media agencies, communications firms, or digital media companies.

Cardiff University, established in 1883 and located in the capital of Wales, is a research-led institution with a global reputation for high-quality, innovative scholarship. Home to more than 33,000 students, including over 9,000 international students from more than 100 countries, the university offers a vibrant, multicultural campus within a dynamic city. Teaching is informed by cutting-edge research, ensuring students learn from academic leaders who are active in advancing knowledge and addressing real-world challenges.

The university provides a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across faculties, with roughly 266 programs available that span the arts, sciences, engineering, business, and health disciplines. Cardiff emphasizes a student-centered approach, offering strong academic support, opportunities for study abroad, and industry partnerships that help students gain practical experience. Many undergraduates benefit from international exchanges and placements that enhance employability and global perspective.

Cardiff’s civic mission prioritizes community engagement, sustainability, and public good, with initiatives that contribute to regional health, wealth, and wellbeing. The campus environment supports extracurricular involvement, research internships, and student societies that enrich campus life. For international applicants seeking a research-intensive university in a welcoming capital city, Cardiff combines academic rigor, global connections, and extensive support services to help students thrive.