Media and Communication with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) - 2023/4
Awarding body
University of Surrey
Teaching institute
University of Surrey
Framework
FHEQ Level 6
Final award and programme/pathway title
BSc (Hons) Media and Communication with Foundation Year
Subsidiary award(s)
| Award | Title |
|---|---|
| Ord | Media and Communication with Foundation Year |
| DipHE | Media and Communication with Foundation Year |
| CertHE | Media and Communication with Foundation Year |
Modes of study
| Route code | Credits and ECTS Credits | |
| Full-time | ULE10018 | 360 credits and 180 ECTS credits |
| Full-time with PTY | ULE10018 | 480 credits and 240 ECTS credits |
QAA Subject benchmark statement (if applicable)
Other internal and / or external reference points
For further information relating to FHEQ levels 4, 5 and 6 and the professional training year, including learning outcomes, aims and module information please view the BSc (Hons) Media and Communication programme specification.
Faculty and Department / School
Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences - Sociology
Programme Leader
SHANAHAN Mark (FABSS Admin)
Date of production/revision of spec
26/09/2024
Educational aims of the programme
- providing students with knowledge in social science concepts, theories, ideas and tools and their application
- developing in students the ability to apply the knowledge and skills they have acquired to the solution of theoretical and applied problems in the social sciences
- equipping students with appropriate tools of analysis to tackle issues and problems associated with social science policy-making in a global context
- providing students with analytical skills and an ability to develop simplifying frameworks for studying the real world
- embedding digital skills
- developing in students an ability to interpret real world social science events and critically assess a range of types of evidence
- providing students with a knowledge of ethical frameworks and their repercussions for decision making
- developing in students, through the study of social sciences, a range of generic skills that will be of value in employment and self-employment
- Developing in students the skills and aptitudes, academic and personal, for successful transition into HE4-6 level study.
Programme learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. | |
| Key social science concepts and theories | K | ||
| Models and approaches which facilitate decision making and application to real world contexts | K | ||
| Different influences upon decision making (including ethical factors) | K | ||
| Awareness of the international environment, sustainability and current social science issues | K | ||
| The impact of historical, cultural, political and socio-economic factors in difference contexts | KC | ||
| Interpretation of data in order to compare and contrast the legal, social and political performance of nations and organisations | C | ||
| Analyse, interpret and synthesise information | CT | ||
| Critical analysis | CT | ||
| Research skills | CT | ||
| Data interpretation | CT | ||
| Reflective learning incorporating feedback | CT | ||
| Demonstrate independent learning | C | ||
| Digital skills development | CT | ||
| Presentation skills | CT | ||
| Academic writing | CT | ||
| Referencing | CT | ||
| Real world application | CT | ||
| Communication and intercultural awareness | KPT | ||
| Teamwork | PT | ||
| Creative problem solving and decision making | CPT | ||
| Capacity to work independently | PT | ||
| Time management | PT | ||
| Critical thinking | CPT | ||
| Resilience | PT |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Programme structure
Full-time
This Bachelor's Degree (Honours) programme is studied full-time over four academic years, consisting of a Foundation Year and 360 credits (120 credits at FHEQ levels 4, 5 and 6). All modules are based on a 15-credit tariff
Possible exit awards include:
- Bachelor's Degree (Ordinary) (300 credits)
- Diploma of Higher Education (240 credits)
- Certificate of Higher Education (120 credits)
Full-time with PTY
This Bachelor's Degree (Honours) programme is studied full-time over five academic years, consisting of a Foundation Year, an optional professional training year and 360 credits (120 credits at FHEQ levels 4, 5 and 6). All modules are based on a 15-credit tariff
Possible exit awards include:
- Bachelor's Degree (Ordinary) (300 credits)
- Diploma of Higher Education (240 credits)
- Certificate of Higher Education (120 credits)
Programme Adjustments (if applicable)
N/A
Modules
Year 0 - FHEQ Level 3
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOC0002 | TACKLING SOCIAL ISSUES | Compulsory | 45 | Year-long |
| LAW0001 | CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN LAW | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| SOC0001 | CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN SOCIOLOGY | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| POL0001 | CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN POLITICS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| SOC0003 | RESEARCH PROJECT | Compulsory | 30 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 0 - FHEQ Level 3
For further information on FHEQ levels 4, 5 and 6 please view the programme specification for the full-time BSc (Hons) Media and Communication programme.
Year 0 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 3
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOC0002 | TACKLING SOCIAL ISSUES | Compulsory | 45 | Year-long |
| LAW0001 | CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN LAW | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| SOC0001 | CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN SOCIOLOGY | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| POL0001 | CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN POLITICS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| SOC0003 | RESEARCH PROJECT | Compulsory | 30 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 0 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 3
For further information on FHEQ levels 4, 5 and 6 and professional training year please view the programme specification for the full-time with PTY BSc (Hons) Media and Communication programme.
Opportunities for placements / work related learning / collaborative activity
| Associate Tutor(s) / Guest Speakers / Visiting Academics | N | |
| Professional Training Year (PTY) | N | |
| Placement(s) (study or work that are not part of PTY) | N | |
| Clinical Placement(s) (that are not part of the PTY scheme) | N | |
| Study exchange (Level 5) | N | |
| Dual degree | N |
Other information
The Foundation Year is effectively Year Zero of an undergraduate programme. It will be made up of five separate compulsory modules, three at 15 credits, one at 30 credits and one year-long module at 45 credits. Students will be full-time and will be expected to achieve 50% to pass. For progression they will need to achieve 50%. Taught aspects will include lectures, seminars, workshops and guest lectures and an experiential workshop. There will be no formal award on completion, but a letter will be supplied outlining personal and academic development across the year.
Quality assurance
The Regulations and Codes of Practice for taught programmes can be found at:
Please note that the information detailed within this record is accurate at the time of publishing and may be subject to change. This record contains information for the most up to date version of the programme / module for the 2023/4 academic year.