BSBI is a young international higher-education provider with multi-city campuses across Europe. It partners with established universities (e.g., University of Chichester, UCA, Concordia Chicago) so students study locally (e.g., in Berlin) but graduate with a UK-awarded BA (Hons) in this programme. BSBI emphasises industry-relevant, practical learning (projects, workshops, guest speakers), student support (Academic Support Centre, Careers Service) and multicultural campus life.

 

Why study BA (Hons) Media & Communications at BSBI?

• Industry-focused & practical: Combines theory with hands-on projects in journalism, digital media, marketing, film/TV and emerging mobile media.

• Validated by a UK university: Degree awarded by the University of Chichester — giving a UK honours credential while studying in Berlin.

• Career flexibility: Prepares you for roles as content creator, social media/marketing professional, journalist, PR/communications specialist, or entrepreneurship in media.

• Global city advantage: Studying in Berlin (and BSBI’s other cities) gives access to creative industries, startups, media houses and international networks.

 

Level of study, location & delivery

• Level: Undergraduate — BA (Hons) (UK honours degree).

• Campus locations: Primary listing shows Berlin campus for this BA. BSBI overall has campuses in Berlin, Hamburg, Paris and Barcelona (and partner locations). If you want to study in Barcelona/Paris/Hamburg check campus programme availability — not all programmes run at every site.

• Mode: On-campus delivery for BA (Hons) Media & Communications. BSBI also offers online study in other programmes and blended options may exist for some courses.

 

Duration, credits & academic structure

• Normal duration: 3 years full-time. Option for 4 years when including an Integrated Foundation Year (if you need academic preparation).

• Credits: Under the UK credit system BSBI/partner provision typically follows 360 UK credits for a three-year BA (see BSBI FAQ about UK credit conventions).

• Programme format: Mix of lectures, seminars, workshops, practical labs, group projects and independent study. Final year typically includes a major project or dissertation. Module details map closely to the University of Chichester curriculum.

 

Entry criteria (what you’ll need)

Academic

• Completed high-school qualification that qualifies you for higher education in your country (A-levels, IB, 12th grade / Senior Secondary). Specific country-by-country equivalences apply — BSBI/partner will check your certificate.

English language

• IELTS 6.0 overall (min 5.5 in each band) or equivalent (TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo). University of Chichester typical guidance also shows IELTS 6.0 for undergraduate entry. If you studied in English you may be exempt.

Other

• CV, motivation letter, and any requested supporting documents (transcripts, passport). For some countries (e.g., China/India/Vietnam) there may be extra pre-verification processes (BSBI/partner documentation mentions APS/country checks in certain contexts). Portfolios are required only for design/creative-art specific courses — but BSBI holds Portfolio Scholarship Competitions for creative applicants.

 

Subjects / programme structure (core topics you’ll study)

BSBI’s BA (Hons) is modelled on University of Chichester content. Typical subject areas / sample modules include:

• Media theory & history (media & society)

• Journalism & reporting techniques

• Digital & social media strategy (content creation, analytics)

• Marketing & advertising fundamentals

• Film & TV studies, production basics (storytelling, editing)

• Media law, ethics & regulation

• Research methods and final year project / dissertation

 

Disciplines / Specialisations

The programme is broad (communications + media practice) but allows you to focus within modules/projects on:

• Journalism & news media

• Social media and digital content strategy

• Marketing communications & advertising

• Film/TV production and media production practice

• Media research / academic pathway (if you want to move to postgraduate study)
  Specialist options vary by year and by what elective modules are offered.

 

Scholarships, fee discounts & funding

• Published fee (programme price): €9,925 / year (this is the advertised figure for the BA in listings). BSBI also promotes special offers and discounts (often 25–40% depending on status — international / expat / EU / promotion).

• Scholarships available from BSBI: leadership/enterprise scholarships, Women in Tech scholarship, Portfolio Scholarship Competition (which has historically offered 100% / 50% / 40% tuition prizes to winners), and other merit/competition awards. Application to scholarships typically requires applying for the programme and completing a scholarship form or competition entry.

• Payment support: BSBI sometimes offers flexible payment plans to spread tuition payments over the period of study. External scholarships (home country, government, or other foundations) may also be used.

 

Career outcomes & support

• Typical graduate roles: content creator, social media manager, PR/communications executive, marketing assistant, journalist, production assistant, media researcher, and media entrepreneur.

• Support: BSBI’s Careers Service offers CV/workshop support, employer links, placements and internships where available. The partnership with UK awarding bodies also helps for further study options.

 

Latest updates / special requirements (things international students must note)

• Integrated Foundation Year option — if you need pre-degree preparation (skills & scholarship modules).

• English language & document checks — IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) is commonly required; country-specific checks (e.g., APS for some countries) or translated official transcripts may be requested.

• Health insurance & visa paperwork — for Germany campus, you will need health insurance and the right student visa/residence permit documents (details vary by nationality). BSBI provides a visa & immigration guide for international students.