BA (Hons) Media & Communication and History

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 75% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English language proficiency: 

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0 or 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 17 in Speaking, and 20 in Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 with no individual score below 51.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Liverpool Hope University offers various scholarships and financial support options to international students, recognizing their academic excellence and potential. These scholarships aim to make higher education more accessible and affordable for international students. 

International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international undergraduate and postgraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement. The scholarship is worth up to £2,000 and is awarded based on academic merit.

Vice-Chancellor's International Attainment Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international undergraduate students who have achieved exceptional academic results. The scholarship is worth up to £3,000 and is based on academic performance.

Partnership Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University has established partnerships with various institutions worldwide. Through these partnerships, international students may be eligible for specific scholarships or fee reductions when applying to Liverpool Hope University. 

Country-Specific Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships may vary in terms of eligibility criteria, funding amount, and application process.

External Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities offered by governments, organizations, and foundations in their home countries or other sources. The university provides guidance and support to students in identifying and applying for these external scholarships.

It is important to note that the availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for scholarships may vary from year to year.

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Media & Communication and History program at Liverpool Hope University possess a diverse skill set that prepares them for various career paths in fields related to media, communication, history, and beyond. This interdisciplinary program equips students with critical thinking abilities, communication skills, and a deep understanding of how media and history intersect, making them valuable assets in today's job market.

Journalism and Broadcasting: Many graduates pursue careers in journalism and broadcasting, working for newspapers, television networks, radio stations, or online media outlets. They may work as journalists, reporters, editors, or news anchors, covering historical events, conducting interviews, and producing content for diverse media platforms. Graduates use their communication skills, research abilities, and understanding of historical contexts to inform and engage audiences, report on current events, and analyze historical narratives.

Historical Research and Archiving: Some graduates may choose to work in historical research and archiving, conducting research, preserving historical documents, and making historical materials accessible to the public. They may work for museums, libraries, archives, or historical societies, conducting research projects, curating exhibitions, or digitizing archival materials. Graduates use their research skills, attention to detail, and understanding of media to uncover historical narratives, preserve cultural heritage, and contribute to the understanding of the past.

Media Production and Documentary Making: Graduates may pursue careers in media production and documentary making, creating films, documentaries, or multimedia projects that explore historical events or themes. They may work for production companies, documentary film studios, or digital media platforms, producing historical documentaries, educational videos, or multimedia installations. Graduates use their storytelling skills, visual literacy, and understanding of historical contexts to craft compelling narratives, engage audiences, and bring historical events to life through multimedia storytelling.

Heritage Management and Cultural Tourism: Some graduates may work in heritage management and cultural tourism, preserving historical sites, managing heritage properties, or developing cultural tourism initiatives. They may work for heritage organizations, government agencies, or tourism boards, developing heritage interpretation programs, organizing historical tours, or promoting cultural heritage destinations. Graduates use their knowledge of history, communication skills, and understanding of media to engage visitors, interpret historical sites, and promote cultural heritage conservation and tourism development.

Education and Public History: Graduates may pursue careers in education and public history, teaching history, or working in public history institutions such as museums, historic sites, or educational organizations. They may work as history teachers, museum educators, or public historians, designing educational programs, leading guided tours, or creating historical exhibitions. Graduates use their communication skills, pedagogical knowledge, and understanding of media to engage learners, communicate historical narratives, and foster historical literacy in educational and public settings.

Historical Consulting and Cultural Policy: Some graduates may work as historical consultants or cultural policy analysts, advising organizations, government agencies, or policymakers on historical matters or cultural policy issues. They may conduct historical research, assess cultural heritage assets, or develop strategies for heritage conservation or cultural policy development. Graduates use their research skills, analytical abilities, and understanding of media to provide insights into historical contexts, inform decision-making, and shape cultural policies that promote historical preservation and cultural heritage.

Public Relations and Corporate Communication: Graduates may pursue careers in public relations and corporate communication, working for corporations, nonprofit organizations, or government agencies. They may work as public relations specialists, communications managers, or media relations officers, developing communication strategies, managing media inquiries, and crafting messages that incorporate historical narratives or cultural references. Graduates use their communication skills, strategic thinking, and understanding of historical contexts to enhance organizational reputation, promote historical brands, and engage stakeholders through effective communication campaigns.

Library and Information Science: Some graduates may work in library and information science, managing collections, providing research assistance, or organizing historical materials in libraries, archives, or information centers. They may work as librarians, archivists, or information specialists, assisting researchers, preserving historical documents, or curating digital collections. Graduates use their organizational skills, research abilities, and understanding of media to facilitate access to historical resources, support scholarly inquiry, and preserve cultural heritage for future generations.