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Digital Media and Communication BA Hons
Ready to build the skills, knowledge, and industry insight to succeed in today’s digital media and communication landscape?
Course description
Our BA (Hons) Digital Media and Communication course
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How do I apply and how easy is it to get in?
What you will need to do
Apply by 14 Jan
What you won’t need to do
Audition for a Place
Attend an interview
Submit a portfolio
Pass an entry test
Points of entry for Digital Media and Communication BA Hons
Year 1
Entry requirements for Media, journalism and communications and Media Studies at Aston University
Entry requirements are the formal requirements students need to meet to be considered for a place on a university course. But, each year many universities accept students with lower grades. The bar chart below shows the actual UCAS tariff points of students currently on this course.
B,B,C
Required subjects for Digital Media and Communication BA Hons at Aston University
BBC: Standard offer //
BCC: If student is also presenting either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) grade B OR if eligible for a Contextual offer (more details https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready)
UCAS points for current students on Media, journalism and communications and Media Studies at Aston University
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25th May 26
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Really enjoyable and am having a great time at the university. read more
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23rd May 26
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Best social place to stay and comfortable read more
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8th May 26
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Again, no complaints. It's good, overall. read more
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7th May 26
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it’s okay at the time of going read more
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member4196705
7th May 26
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Great experience. With staff and residents read more
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7th May 26
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7th May 26
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Great service , friendly staff, good gym read more
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member12196688
7th May 26
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It’s a good experience and very accessible place read more
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7th May 26
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Good place u really enjoy living here read more
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member13194154
25th April 26
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There’s been a lot to get involved in and the staff are quite friendly. Sometimes the students can be hostile but that might just be a me thing. read more
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Yusuf Hussain
21st April 26
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Amazing university & the environment read more
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member9193300
21st April 26
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I didn’t just study here. I was rebuilt here. I came to Aston from Vietnam with a suitcase, a laptop, and the quiet terror of someone who had never written a system requirements document in a second language. I left with something I didn’t expect: the confidence to walk into any boardroom and speak the language of both business and technology fluently. The MSc in Information Systems and Business Analysis is not a comfortable degree, and that’s exactly the point. The CESIM simulation, the IS Implementation module, the relentless pushback from faculty who treat you as a professional in training rather than a student to be managed — none of it lets you coast. By the time I was researching ERP systems for a real county council, I wasn’t guessing. I was applying. Aston gave me a framework for thinking, not a template. There’s a difference. And Aston understands it. 5/5. Not because everything was perfect. But because it was worth every version of hard. read more
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member13193182
20th April 26
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I have joined an MSc in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence course at Aston University and I am enjoying it so far. The course has been structured efficiently, touching on important topics such as machine learning, data analysis, and artificial intelligence with more emphasis placed on the applicability of concepts learned. The instructors are highly knowledgeable and have created a conducive environment where learners can interact actively by engaging in assignments and projects. It is impressive how well the institution has balanced theoretical and practical knowledge for effective learning. Aston University is situated within the central business district of Birmingham, which is advantageous in terms of mobility and accessibility to various amenities. The school provides up-to-date learning facilities for the learners. For these reasons, I highly recommend Aston University to other learners anyone interested in data science and AI due to its supportive. read more
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member8127634
20th April 26
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I’ve had a wonderful experience at Aston University; the teaching quality has been consistently high, and I’ve felt well supported academically throughout. read more
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member5193030
20th April 26
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Aston University has been a great place to start my academic journey, especially as an international student. The campus is modern, compact, and located right in the heart of Birmingham, which makes everything easily accessible—whether it’s classes, accommodation, or the city centre. The university is particularly strong in employability and career focus. Courses are designed with practical skills in mind, and there’s a clear emphasis on preparing students for the job market. The placement year option is a huge plus, especially for students who want real-world experience before graduating. The teaching quality is generally good, with supportive lecturers who are approachable and willing to help. Facilities like the library and study spaces are well-equipped, although they can get quite busy during peak times. On the social side, there are plenty of societies and events to get involved in, though the campus itself can feel a bit quiet compared to larger universities. read more
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member5193013
20th April 26
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I really appreciate the careers support, they’ve given me support for interviews and even practice interviews for things such as a placement preparations and they actually care, instead of rushing through read more
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member7192506
17th April 26
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Studying at Aston University has been a good experience overall. The campus is nice and everything is close by since it’s in the city centre. Lecturers are helpful and the course is quite practical, which I like. Sometimes admin stuff can be a bit slow, but nothing too bad. You also meet people from all over the world, which is a big plus. Overall, a good university vibe. read more
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member5189907
1st April 26
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Good uni, welcoming and chill lecturers and students read more
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26th March 26
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They are lovely and nice and kind read more
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26th March 26
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Karen and Nathan are amazing they make the accommodation feel entertaining and feel like home read more
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