Why study a communications degree at UCA?

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Storytelling across all media formats

From radio and magazines to social media and broadcast newsrooms, you'll learn to source compelling stories and tell them your way using industry-grade facilities, including design studios, radio suites, TV and photography studios, and high-spec digital media suites 

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Real-world industry connections

Our courses have close ties to the creative industries, such as our TV Production degree being taught at Maidstone TV Studios. This means you'll get to collaborate with leading professionals and gain hands-on skills through live briefs and an optional year-long industry work placement.

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Collaboration and technical excellence

Work alongside students from other creative degrees - such as film, design, games, and marketing - to produce portfolio-ready projects that draw on multiple creative disciplines. Supported by expert staff and cutting-edge facilities, you’ll graduate fully equipped for a career in today’s media landscape.

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Foundation year available

Our Communications degrees offer the option of an integrated foundation year, providing an alternative pathway to university study for students who may not meet the standard entry requirements.

Why Clearing applicants choose UCA

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A community of creatives

With our close-knit community of creatives by your side, at UCA you’ll be sure to find your voice, your people, and all the inspiration you need.

Life at UCA

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Access to all facilities

Being a UCA student means you can make use of workshops and studios across all of our campuses, even ones not directly related to your course. This allows you to expand your skillset and explore your creativity.

Facilities & Resources

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Preparing you for the future

Many of our degrees are offered with an integrated work placement year, allowing you to gain real-world experience in the creative industries that will further develop your skills and CV.

Careers & Creative Futures

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Caring and supportive culture

You're never alone at UCA - whether it's help settling in, assistance with your studies, counselling or even advice on your finances, our student support services, the Students’ Union, your lecturers and your classmates will always be there to support you.

Support & Wellbeing

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