Media, Communication and Advertising BA (Hons)
The University of Winchester
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 35 graduates of Media, Communication and Advertising BA (Hons) and other courses in Marketing at The University of Winchester for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Marketing.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Media Studies
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Marketing at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £21000 | £20000 | £24000 |
25-75 percentile range | £15000 - £23000 | £16500 - £24500 | £19500 - £28500 |
All Media Studies courses of The University of Winchester
Salary of all UK Graduates of Media Studies
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £23699 | £21177 | £25286 |
25-75 percentile range | £20699 - £26713 | £16901 - £26392 | £19629 - £32303 |
All Media Studies courses in the UK
Course Description
- A strong focus on the convergence of old and new media, including social networking
- Develop as a critical thinker and master the art of how to communicate creatively
- Learn from staff who have published books and articles on areas as diverse as digital technologies, social media and drugs education, and journalism and the financial crash
- Use the Work Placement module to gain experience in an advertising agency, or in other environments relevant to your career aspirations
- Access outstanding industry-standard facilities in our Multimedia Centre, including two HD TV studios with green screens, a newsroom, and a computerised radio studio
Do you see yourself as a 21st-century version of Don Draper or Peggy Olson? Are you ready to harness the creative skills and confidence to get ahead in the competitive world of media and advertising?
For anyone planning a career in the media, it’s best to be well prepared for the fast-moving world you are joining. Studying Media, Communication and Advertising at Winchester provides you with a deep understanding of how global media works and the impact of new digital technologies, but it also offers opportunities to develop professional skills in campaign management, branding and copywriting. Year 1 is foundational and introduces the academic study of media. You develop core skills and understanding in the use of media across a variety of contexts with a special focus on the impact of digital technologies as new and old media converge. In Year 2, you take two core modules in theory and research methodologies with other media and communication students. You also take specialist modules in advertising, branding and copywriting, and are able to tailor your learning by choosing from a range of optional modules. The Work Placement module gives you the chance to gain real-world experience and further hone your graduate exit strategy. In the final year, you gain experience in how to harness social media for branding and advertising. You study a topic of your choice in-depth for your Extended Independent Study, and tailor your learning by choosing from a variety of optional modules based upon staff expertise in research or industry practice. Our Media, Communication and Advertising graduates are effective communicators and team players with the tenacity to succeed in the advertising industry. They go on to work within traditional advertising, marketing or the rapidly expanding new field of digital advertising. Others follow careers in related fields such as journalism, media management, social media, public relations and fashion. The programme also fosters a key set of flexible skills, including critical thinking and creative communication, that are relevant to a wide range of careers in communication work, HR business, education, management and public service.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Media, Communication and Advertising BA (Hons) at The University of Winchester
20% | Sales occupations |
10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
10% | Customer service occupations |
10% | Media Professionals |
10% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
10% | Sales occupations |
10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6 | An overall score of 6.0, including 5.5 in writing is required. If you require Tier 4 sponsorship, you will require a minimum of 5.5 in all 4 components. |
Costs
Tuition Fees Media, Communication and Advertising BA (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £16700 | year 1 |
International | £16700 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
- year 3
University Rankings
Positions of The University of Winchester in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of The University of Winchester in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #75
- #601
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
See all 13 university rankings of The University of Winchester
About The University of Winchester
The University of Winchester is a publicly funded university, formally affiliated with the Anglican Christian faith, but they make it clear that they accept students from all faiths, or even none at all. As an educational institution, they pointedly disassociate themselves from the anti-intellectualism sometimes present in religious sectors, and instead seek to promote critical thought and intellectually robust students. The university’s primary campus, King Alfred, is situated close to Winchester city centre.
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Student composition of The University of Winchester
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Total number of students enrolled at The University of Winchester by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 6495
- postgraduates:
- 935
- Total:
- 7430
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Advertising”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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Advertising (with Integrated Foundation & Professional Practice Years) BA/BSc (Hons) | University for the Creative Arts | 83% | 5% | 4% | £9250 | £17500 | 118 | Canterbury | On campus Full-time | |
Media, Communication and Advertising BA (Hons) | The University of Winchester | - | - | - | £9250 | £16700 | - | Winchester | On campus Full-time | |
Advertising, Marketing Communications and Public Relations BA (Hons) | London Metropolitan University | - | - | - | £9250 | £17600 | - | London | On campus Full-time | |
Advertising (with Integrated Foundation Year) BA/BSc (Hons) | University for the Creative Arts | 83% | 5% | 4% | £9250 | £17500 | 118 | Canterbury | On campus Full-time | |
Advertising BA/BSc (Hons) | University for the Creative Arts | 83% | 5% | 4% | £9250 | £17500 | 118 | Canterbury | On campus Full-time | |
Advertising and Marketing Communications BA (Hons) | De Montfort University | 74% | 5% | 5% | £9250 | £15250 £15750 | 119 | Leicester | On campus Full-time | |
Creative Advertising (with Foundation) BA (Hons) | University of Gloucestershire | - | - | - | £9250 | £15000 £15450 | - | Cheltenham | On campus Full-time | |
Advertising/Tourism Studies BA/BSc (Hons) | Canterbury Christ Church University | 73% | 10% | 20% | £9250 | £14500 | 109 | Canterbury | On campus Full-time | |
Advertising BA (Hons) | University of East London | 75% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £14160 | 117 | London | On campus Full-time | |
Marketing (Advertising and Branding) BA (Hons) | University of Gloucestershire | 81% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £15000 £15450 | 122 | Cheltenham | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)