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FYC
Media and Communications Foundation Year
FYC
Media and Communications Foundation Year
The Media and Communication Foundation Year at the University of Lincoln is the introductory year of a four-year degree programme that prepares students for careers in the creative and communication industries. It supports entry into courses such as Creative Advertising, Film Production, Journalism, Media Production, and Media and Communication.
This year-long programme offers a dynamic curriculum blending practical workshops, academic research, and theoretical learning. It is particularly suited for students who are undecided about their specialism, returning to education, new to media studies, or those who have not met traditional entry requirements. It creates a supportive environment aimed at building student confidence while developing core academic and creative competencies.
The Foundation Year acts as an alternative route into undergraduate study within the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. Upon successful completion, students progress to Level 4 of designated BA (Hons) degree programmes, including Journalism, Sports Journalism, Film Production, Media and Communications, and Media Production. Those who choose not to continue receive a Foundation Year Certificate.
Emphasising practical skill-building in digital media and communication, the programme develops expertise in web design and deployment, audio and video production, and written and visual content creation. These skills are contextualised within contemporary media's role in society, giving students a broad and relevant foundation for future study or work in the sector.
The Media and Communication Foundation Year at the University of Lincoln is the introductory year of a four-year degree programme that prepares students for careers in the creative and communication industries. It supports entry into courses such as Creative Advertising, Film Production, Journalism, Media Production, and Media and Communication.
This year-long programme offers a dynamic curriculum blending practical workshops, academic research, and theoretical learning. It is particularly suited for students who are undecided about their specialism, returning to education, new to media studies, or those who have not met traditional entry requirements. It creates a supportive environment aimed at building student confidence while developing core academic and creative competencies.
The Foundation Year acts as an alternative route into undergraduate study within the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. Upon successful completion, students progress to Level 4 of designated BA (Hons) degree programmes, including Journalism, Sports Journalism, Film Production, Media and Communications, and Media Production. Those who choose not to continue receive a Foundation Year Certificate.
Emphasising practical skill-building in digital media and communication, the programme develops expertise in web design and deployment, audio and video production, and written and visual content creation. These skills are contextualised within contemporary media's role in society, giving students a broad and relevant foundation for future study or work in the sector.
How You Study
The Media and Communications Foundation Year at the University of Lincoln equips students with essential knowledge, practical skills, and academic confidence for progression into degree-level study. Aligned with the university's Student as Producer ethos, the programme emphasises student-led learning through research, enquiry, and collaborative knowledge creation.
Divided into three progressive stages, the curriculum scaffolds students' development, gradually integrating them into their chosen disciplines via lectures, workshops, and close collaboration with specialist staff. Students undertake varied briefs and projects, building portfolios that reflect personal interests while cultivating independence, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
Teaching is heavily workshop-based, supported by seminars and lectures introducing key theories, alongside access to digital tools like Adobe Creative Cloud and Blackboard. Diversity, inclusion, and student voice are central, with elected representatives and strong support networks. The programme also fosters employability and enterprise through real-world projects and marketing collaborations. Academic support includes personal tutoring, subject-specific guidance, and tailored library resources to support academic transition and success.
How You Study
The Media and Communications Foundation Year at the University of Lincoln equips students with essential knowledge, practical skills, and academic confidence for progression into degree-level study. Aligned with the university's Student as Producer ethos, the programme emphasises student-led learning through research, enquiry, and collaborative knowledge creation.
Divided into three progressive stages, the curriculum scaffolds students' development, gradually integrating them into their chosen disciplines via lectures, workshops, and close collaboration with specialist staff. Students undertake varied briefs and projects, building portfolios that reflect personal interests while cultivating independence, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
Teaching is heavily workshop-based, supported by seminars and lectures introducing key theories, alongside access to digital tools like Adobe Creative Cloud and Blackboard. Diversity, inclusion, and student voice are central, with elected representatives and strong support networks. The programme also fosters employability and enterprise through real-world projects and marketing collaborations. Academic support includes personal tutoring, subject-specific guidance, and tailored library resources to support academic transition and success.
Modules
Module Overview
Communication Skills is an introductory module that comprises exercises and projects designed to develop general skills and knowledge relating to aspects of verbal, written, and visual communications. This module aims to enhance students' ability to effectively convey ideas, information, and emotions through various forms of communication, preparing them for both academic and professional success.
Module Overview
This module explores key techniques of media production within a digital environment, focusing on key areas such as publishing, podcasting, and web design. Students will gain a clear understanding of the tools and techniques essential for creating and managing digital content. The curriculum emphasises the integration of design principles with modern digital practices, preparing students to effectively navigate and contribute to different aspects of digital media production. Through practical exercises and theoretical study, students will develop the skills necessary to produce high-quality digital content across various platforms.
Module Overview
This module offers an opportunity to respond to a specialist brief that aligns with their chosen area of future study, encouraging students to take responsibility for their own learning and work independently with guidance through tutorial supervision. The work produced should build upon previous projects, incorporating research, references to communication and audience theory and practice, and applying acquired knowledge and skills.
Module Overview
This year-long module will introduce you to key ideas, theoretical concepts, practices, and creative approaches relevant to media and communications with a focus on how different audiences have responded to various forms of media and communications in different times and places. You will explore a variety of historical and cultural contexts through lectures and seminars, which will help you develop critical and reflective thinking, as well as academic and research skills. Group tasks, formative and summative assignments are designed to encourage a systematic approach to research, enabling you to conduct in-depth inquiries and reference appropriate academic, primary, and secondary resources. This module will provide you with the essential tools to structure and communicate your ideas clearly and effectively in various formats.
† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.
Modules
Module Overview
Communication Skills is an introductory module that comprises exercises and projects designed to develop general skills and knowledge relating to aspects of verbal, written, and visual communications. This module aims to enhance students' ability to effectively convey ideas, information, and emotions through various forms of communication, preparing them for both academic and professional success.
Module Overview
This module explores key techniques of media production within a digital environment, focusing on key areas such as publishing, podcasting, and web design. Students will gain a clear understanding of the tools and techniques essential for creating and managing digital content. The curriculum emphasises the integration of design principles with modern digital practices, preparing students to effectively navigate and contribute to different aspects of digital media production. Through practical exercises and theoretical study, students will develop the skills necessary to produce high-quality digital content across various platforms.
Module Overview
This module offers an opportunity to respond to a specialist brief that aligns with their chosen area of future study, encouraging students to take responsibility for their own learning and work independently with guidance through tutorial supervision. The work produced should build upon previous projects, incorporating research, references to communication and audience theory and practice, and applying acquired knowledge and skills.
Module Overview
This year-long module will introduce you to key ideas, theoretical concepts, practices, and creative approaches relevant to media and communications with a focus on how different audiences have responded to various forms of media and communications in different times and places. You will explore a variety of historical and cultural contexts through lectures and seminars, which will help you develop critical and reflective thinking, as well as academic and research skills. Group tasks, formative and summative assignments are designed to encourage a systematic approach to research, enabling you to conduct in-depth inquiries and reference appropriate academic, primary, and secondary resources. This module will provide you with the essential tools to structure and communicate your ideas clearly and effectively in various formats.
† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.
How you are assessed
Assessment within the Media and Communications Foundation Year is designed to evaluate students' achievement of learning outcomes while providing constructive feedback to enhance skills, knowledge, and creative practice. A range of assessment methods supports the development of diverse academic and professional capabilities aligned with degree progression and career pathways. Most modules are assessed through course-work portfolios, which may include digital assets, written work, and reflective commentary.
Students receive formative feedback during tutorials, presentations, or on draft submissions to guide improvement. Summative assessments occur at key stages, with formal grading based on clear learning outcomes and criteria outlined in module briefs. Assessment formats include written evaluations, academic essays, and presentations, encouraging students to communicate ideas clearly and professionally. Group projects promote collaboration and are mainly formatively assessed, although reflections and individual contributions may be evaluated within portfolios. Timely feedback-both written and verbal-ensures students can apply insights to future work, supporting their transition into degree-level study.
How you are assessed
Assessment within the Media and Communications Foundation Year is designed to evaluate students' achievement of learning outcomes while providing constructive feedback to enhance skills, knowledge, and creative practice. A range of assessment methods supports the development of diverse academic and professional capabilities aligned with degree progression and career pathways. Most modules are assessed through course-work portfolios, which may include digital assets, written work, and reflective commentary.
Students receive formative feedback during tutorials, presentations, or on draft submissions to guide improvement. Summative assessments occur at key stages, with formal grading based on clear learning outcomes and criteria outlined in module briefs. Assessment formats include written evaluations, academic essays, and presentations, encouraging students to communicate ideas clearly and professionally. Group projects promote collaboration and are mainly formatively assessed, although reflections and individual contributions may be evaluated within portfolios. Timely feedback-both written and verbal-ensures students can apply insights to future work, supporting their transition into degree-level study.
Entry Requirements 2026-27
United Kingdom
Standard offers of 64 UCAS tariff points from 2 A Levels at grade C or above or equivalent qualification.
T Level: Pass (D or E on the Core)
BTEC Extended Diploma: MPP
3 GCSEs required at grade 4 (C) or above including English.
The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry and do accept a combination of qualifications which may include A Levels, BTECs, EPQ etc.
International
Non UK Qualifications:
If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages for information on equivalent qualifications.
EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page.
Contextual Offers
At Lincoln, we recognise that not everybody has had the same advice and support to help them get to higher education. Contextual offers are one of the ways we remove the barriers to higher education, ensuring that we have fair access for all students regardless of background and personal experiences. For more information, including eligibility criteria, visit our Offer Guide pages. If you are applying to a course that has any subject specific requirements, these will still need to be achieved as part of the standard entry criteria.Entry Requirements 2027-28
United Kingdom
Standard offers of 64 UCAS tariff points from 2 A Levels at grade C or above or equivalent qualification.
T Level: Pass (D or E on the Core)
BTEC Extended Diploma: MPP
3 GCSEs required at grade 4 (C) or above including English.
The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry and do accept a combination of qualifications which may include A Levels, BTECs, EPQ etc.
International
Non UK Qualifications:
If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages for information on equivalent qualifications.
EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page.