BA Communication Studies

Overview

A degree in communication and media studies combining theory, research, production and internship across traditional and emerging media.

Graduates work in journalism, public relations, advertising, broadcasting, content production and corporate communication.

Accreditation: GTEC institutional accreditation. Confirm professional body requirements for your award where relevant.

How you’ll study

Disciplinary foundations. You build the core of your field — methods, writing and the concepts that define the discipline.

Applied work. Fieldwork, practicums or seminars (as the award requires) turn theory into practice.

Capstone. A final essay, project or dissertation demonstrates independent work at the level of the award.

Exact modules are confirmed in the student handbook and by the school each year.

Entry requirements

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Requirement

Standard entry

WASSCE/SSSCE: credit passes in six subjects — three core (English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies) plus three relevant electives — with an aggregate of 24 or better (WASSCE grades A1–C6 / SSSCE A–D). GCE: credit passes in five O-Level subjects (including English and Mathematics) and passes in two–three A-Level subjects. Mature applicants (25+): entrance examination and/or interview.

Confirm exact wording with Admissions before you submit. Check eligibility · Application guidelines.

Careers

Graduates work in journalism, public relations, advertising, broadcasting, content production and corporate communication.