Northumbria University, Newcastle
Media and Communication (Extended Degree)
Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom · UCAS Z059
- Level
- Bachelor
- Duration
- 5 years
- Campus
- Main Site
- Intl. Tuition
- See fee page →
- Home Tuition
- £10,050 (2027-28)
- Intake
- September 2027
- UCAS code
- Z059
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Course Overview
The university hasn't published a course summary we can show here. See the course page on the university's website for full details.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Media graduates work in broadcasting, journalism, digital content production, streaming platforms, PR and communications. Many begin in junior production, editorial or social media roles before specialising.
Summary based on information from the university.
Course source link unavailable.
Student life (indicative)
Newcastle offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events. A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.
The University at a Glance
- Student Population
- 29,000
- Staff Ratio
- 17.0:1
- International
- 15.0%
Career Prospects
- Avg Starting Salary
- £28,440
- First-year earnings
- Placement Year
- Available
- Work experience option
Costs & Living
- Intl. Tuition
- See fee page →
City & Location
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.
Entry Requirements
Subject areas covered
- Media studies
- Communication studies
- Communication design
- Media production
- Media design
Assessment Methods
We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.
Campus & City Life
- Student Population
- 29,000
- Total students
- Staff Ratio
- 17:1
- Students per staff
- International Students
- 15%
- Of student body
Campus at a Glance
- City Size
- Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
- Climate (indicative)
- Cool maritime
- Safety Index (indicative)
- 7.0/10
- Transport
- Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
- Social Scene
- Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle
Student Life & City (indicative)
- Newcastle offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events.
- A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.
What Students Love
- Vibrant nightlife & bars
- Active pub & club scene
- Thriving student social scene
- Historic city & heritage
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
- Avg Starting Salary
- £28,440
- Average first-year salary
- Placement Year
- Available
- Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
- Media graduates work in broadcasting, journalism, digital content production, streaming platforms, PR and communications.
- Many begin in junior production, editorial or social media roles before specialising.
Summary based on information from the university.
Course source link unavailable.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Business
- Design
- Healthcare
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
Costs & Living Expenses
- Intl. Tuition
- See fee page →
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
Moderate
This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.
Estimated Annual Costs
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
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