Study location	Ireland, ATU Letterkenny
Type	Undergraduate, full-time
Nominal duration	3 years (180 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	BA(Hons) (Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Communications with English)
Course code	0068/0218

Tuition fee	€12,000 per year

Entry qualification

High school / secondary education (or higher) Qualifications must meet the equivalent of the Irish Leaving Cert level 5 NFQ. More Details The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. This includes a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. If your Documents are not in English, please upload a translated version You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 5.5+ or TOEFL 69+ Minimum 5.5 with no less than 5 in any of the components. More Details Here

More information	atu.ie/..nours-communications-with-english

Overview

This new degree addresses current demands for expertise in the fast-changing world of communication. The programme emphasises the importance of English for effective communication. Through the study of English, fundamental skills are acquired and enhanced which are then transferable to either teaching or communications in the multimedia environment. This degree programme will prepare graduates for a variety of career opportunities including the capacity to teach English both at second level and as a foreign language and to contribute to strategic communications within the public and private sector, all types of media and the creative industries. Successful graduates of this degree programme will acquire advanced English skills in literature, theatre, film and creativity while holding applied communication skills, including writing and interpersonal skills, to enable quality written and verbal communications through various media and outlets.

Career opportunities

Career Pathways
The main employers are:

Advocacy

Arts Management

Community Organisations

Creative Leadership

Cultural Tourism

Educational institutions

Event Promotion

Public Relations

Publishing

Speech Writing

Training & Facilitation
Graduate Careers
Graduate careers typically include:

Brand Strategist

Copywriter

Digital strategist

English teacher

Journalist/Reporter

Managing editor

Marketing Coordinator

News anchor

Public relations specialist

Social media manager

Teaching English as a foreign language