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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Digital Media and Communication
University of East London
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Digital Media and Communication course at University of East London.
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Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of East London. These students are taking Digital Media and Communication or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Photography | D |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: P302
Here's what University of East London says about its Digital Media and Communication course.
Get ready to enter the fast-paced world of digital media and communication, where creativity meets real-world impact. This top-ranking degree brings together advertising, social media, journalism, media production, and more, allowing you to explore multiple fields and build a future-proof skillset. Taught by industry experts and enriched with practical experience, this course equips you to thrive in a field that shapes how we live, work, and connect.
Broad Curriculum: Explore specialised areas, including Advertising, Media and Communication, Social Media, Media Production, Journalism, Music Journalism, Fashion Journalism, and Creative Writing Real-World Experience: Develop hands-on skills and industry connections through collaborations with leading professionals, live group projects, and practical workshops. London Location: Study in one of the world’s media capitals, immersing yourself in a vibrant and innovative landscape with unique opportunities right at your doorstep. Industry Recognition: Benefit from a programme ranked among the top seven UK degrees in media and communication, recognised for its quality and impact. Future-Ready Skills: Balance in-depth theory with practical skills to prepare you for diverse roles in the ever-evolving media landscape.
Source: University of East London
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
School of Arts and Creative Industries (ACI)
Location
Docklands Campus | London
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Media and communication studies
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| International | £15,560 per year |
The modules you will study
Foundation Year: Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness, Creative and Technology Industries Study Skills, Creative and Technology Industries Data Skills, Media and Communication Skills, Creative Industries in Practice.
Year 1: Aesthetics and Technologies 1: Practice as Research, Media Cultures, Mental Wealth: Professional Life – Agency 1, Narrative 1: Narrative Fiction, Convergent Media Industries.
Year 2: Internship / Study Abroad Module: Employment and Enterprise, Narrative 2: Advanced Narrative, Mental Wealth: Professional Life – Agency 2, Digital Research Methods, Photographing the City, European and World Cinemas, Celebrity and Influencer Marketing, Optional Placement.
Year 3: Final Project Development, Final Project Completion, Aesthetics & Technologies: Professional Practices, Mental Wealth: Professional Life – Agency 3: Freelancing at UEL Creatives, PR, Promotion and Publicity, Understanding Digital Cultures, Transmedia and Digital Futures.
How you will be assessed
Coursework will include practical outcomes, e.g. individual or group-based films, artefacts, presentations, written assignments, podcasts or research-based assignments. You can use these practical projects as part of your media portfolio when entering the job market.
You'll always receive written or audio feedback, outlining your strengths and how you can improve. We aim to provide feedback on assessments within 15 working days.
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of East London
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from University of East London students who took the Digital Media and Communication course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
90%
med
Teaching on my course
90%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
94%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
94%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
90%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
84%
med
Learning opportunities
89%
high
Learning opportunities
89%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
90%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
97%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
87%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
84%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
87%
med
Assessment and feedback
90%
high
Assessment and feedback
90%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
93%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
94%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
94%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
87%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
84%
med
Academic support
94%
med
Academic support
94%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
97%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
90%
med
Organisation and management
86%
high
Organisation and management
86%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
87%
high
How well organised is your course?
84%
high
Learning resources
86%
med
Learning resources
86%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
87%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
90%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
83%
med
Student voice
76%
med
Student voice
76%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
74%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
74%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
81%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
75%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
94%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
63%
low
Student information
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Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University of East London graduates who took Digital Media and Communication - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
50%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
80%
In work, study or other activity
70%
Say it fits with future plans
55%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
20%
Business and public service associate professionals
15%
Artistic, literary and media occupations
5%
Administrative occupations
5%
Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of East London graduates who took Digital Media and Communication - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£22.3k
First year after graduation
£23k
Third year after graduation
£27k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Digital Media and Communication.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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