Dual Bachelor in Journalism and Film, Television and Media Studies

• Program modified in 2025. In 2025/26 will ne offered 1st year.

• Field of knowledge in the Degree in Journalism: Journalism, communication, advertising, and public relations.
• Field of knowledge in the Degree in Audiovisual Communication: Cultural industries, design, animation, cinematography, and audiovisual production.

• Language requirement: a B2 level of English language must be accredited before finishing the studies. More information.

Study plan for studentes who started in the academic year 2024/25 or earlier. More information in Aula Global.

• In 2025/26 only 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th year will be offered

• Language requirement: a B2 level of English language must be accredited before finishing the studies. More information.

Exchange programs

The Erasmus programme permits UC3M first degree and post graduate students to spend one or several terms at one of the European universities with which UC3M has special agreements or take up an Erasmus Placement, that is a work placement or internship at an EU company. These exchanges are funded with Erasmus Grants which are provided by the EU and the Spanish Ministry of Education.

The non-european mobility program enables UC3M degree students to study one or several terms in one of the international universities with which the university has special agreements. It also has funding from the Banco Santander and the UC3M.

These places are offered in a public competition and are awarded to students with the best academic record and who have passed the language threshold  (English, French, German etc..) requested by the university of destination.

European mobility

Non European mobility

Recommended profile

• Observational skill, interest and curiosity to learn about and understand the world and people around us.
• Capacity to differentiate between conjecture and grounded opinion, between prejudice and methodically founded judgment.
• Daily habit of accessing news in response to the need “to be informed”. Capacity for critical analysis and epistemological distance with regard to the media.
• Enjoy all the different forms of journalistic accounts, in the different media formats.
• Communication skills through words, whether oral or written, and images
• Awareness of the need to achieve a notable command of language.
• Humility and self-discipline in the learning process. Ambition, without obstacles or prejudices, to enter new fields of knowing and being.
• Eagerness to learn and understand.
• Awareness of the necessity to access the humanistic and scientific knowledge that this education requires.
• Respect for the “other” over any temptation to distance or feel disrespectful superiority.

Graduate profile

Students who complete the dual degree in Journalism and Audiovisual Communication will be professionals qualified to perform any information job in any communication media and any format: written press, TV, radio, online and in the multimedia area.

In particular, the digital communication world of the XXI century demands:

• Professionals with an all-purpose education, who know how to prepare information adapted to the style and format requisites of any medium.
• Journalists with a general education, that is, professionals with criteria to recognize newsworthiness of an event or occurrence, no matter what area it takes place in.
• Journalists specialized in their areas, who must be experts in gathering and accrediting information, searching for resources and sources and writing news stories that interest and benefit the public, who go further in-depth in their specialized subjects of expertise, from the most generic (economics, social, political, international, local…) to the most specific (scientific and environmental, parliamentary, courts, sports, conflict situations and social violence –terrorism, abuse, religion, housing-…).
• Journalists whose sensitivity, the result of knowledge, them creators of media content that transmits general and specific knowledge, letting the public know and recognize the framework of realities that make up the world they have to live in.
• A specific aspect of the graduates’ professional profile is that of institutional and company communicators. This branch of expert communicators for Communication Offices of companies and institutions is important in the professional placement of our students.

Additionally, education in Audiovisual Communication is designed to offer four graduate profiles:

Audiovisual director, scriptwriter and producer

Professionals specialized in script and direction-production related tasks in the different audiovisual media-cinema, television, video, advertising, radio, computer graphics, and hypermedia- with knowledge of the technical processes and resources of expression. All-purpose professionals qualified to stage a project, prepare a work plan and draw up a prior budget.

Audiovisual producer and manager
Professionals who design, plan and organize human resources, technical and budgetary means for the production of audiovisual works in their various formats. They are qualified to direct and manage an audiovisual and multimedia production company.

Visual and sound production and post production
Professionals that are experts in the design of all aspects linked to sound, image and graphics in the different phases of audiovisual production that also includes interactive environments oriented towards Internet, video games and digital environments.

Researcher, teacher and expert in visual studies
Teachers in higher education or secondary school to teach subjects related to audiovisual communication and new technology. Specialists in research and analysis of audiovisual works, movements and processes. Analysts of the political-economic and cultural factors of the audiovisual sector. Specialists in audiovisual economic and cultural policies.

1. Knowledge of Titles

K1 - To know the principles and values of democracy and sustainable development, in particular, respect for human rights and fundamental rights, gender equality and non-discrimination, the principles of universal accessibility and climate change.

K2 - To know basic humanistic contents, oral and written expression, following ethical principles and completing a multidisciplinary training profile.

K3 - Knowledge of the basics of journalistic information, the configuration of the media system, and society#s participative/communicational model in the access to journalistic information.

K4 - Know and use technological and communicational resources to produce, disseminate journalistic information and manage digital communities.

K5 - Know the processes of documentation, access to data and sources, including big data and artificial intelligence.

K6 - Know the main theories of media communication integrating interdisciplinary approaches and their application in the daily experience of students.

2. Skills of Titles

S1 - To plan and organize team work making the right decisions based on available information and gathering data in digital environments.

S2 - To use information interpreting relevant data avoiding plagiarism, and in accordance with the academic and professional conventions of the area of study, being able to assess the reliability and quality of such information.

S3 - Correctly present a subject or a speech following a logical order, providing accurate information and in accordance with established grammatical and lexical rules and norms.

S5 - Elaborates journalistic information in different media (press, radio, TV, Internet, communication centers), always based on polyvalent learning that enables the student to adapt to the multimedia journalistic requirements and control of technological-informative specifications to the different types of media.

S6 - Composes journalistic texts of an informative and interpretative nature with scientific method and in accordance with good professional practice, with social responsibility and for the benefit of citizens.

S7 - Develop journalistic content in various genres, on topics of general interest and public relevance, with a focus on gender violence and cultural or religious conflicts, through a critical and rigorous analysis.

S8 - Apply the fundamental principles of the various branches of specialized journalism, efficiently managing documentation processes and specific source systems to develop accurate and rigorous information.

S9 - Compose and ability to apply the informative component to graphic design and acquisition of infographic competencies, as well as basic IT knowledge for use in different techniques applied to journalism and to digital image treatment.

S11 - Demonstrates oratory and speaking skills in media adapted to the informative purpose. Particularly in audio, video and transmedia processes.

S12 - Evaluate the adequacy of editorial and advertising content in the news media, applying criteria of quality and editorial coherence as well as the corresponding legal and juridical principles.

S13 - Prepare journalistic information respecting pluralism, democratic principles and fundamental rights, applying ethical standards and the legal framework of freedom of expression.

S14 - Correct use of the language, specifically the Spanish language in its journalistic uses. Accuracy in oral and written expression through the communication media in professional facets as spokespersons.

3. Competences of Titles

C1 - To Know and be able to handle interpersonal skills on initiative, responsibility, conflict resolution, negotiation, etc., required in the professional environment.

C2 - To be able, through arguments or procedures developed and supported by themselves, to apply their knowledge, understanding and problem-solving skills in complex journalistic or specialized professional fields that require the use of creative and innovative ideas.

C3 - Ability to use both advanced theoretical and practical knowledge and demonstrated an understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects and working methodology of journalistic science with a depth that reaches the cutting edge of knowledge.

C4 - Have the ability to collect and interpret data and information on which to base their conclusions, including, when necessary and relevant, reflection on issues of a social, scientific or ethical nature in the field of journalism.

C5 - To be able to deal with complex situations or situations that require the development of new solutions in the academic, work or professional environment within the journalistic field.

C6 - Create journalistic business projects, managing human and material resources and all communication processes of companies and institutions.

1. Knowledge of Titles

K1 - Understand democratic principles and sustainable development values, particularly respect for human rights, fundamental rights, gender equality, non-discrimination, principles of universal accessibility, and climate change.

K2 - Understand basic humanistic content, oral and written expression, following ethical principles, and completing a multidisciplinary educational profile.

K3 - Know and understand theories, resources and methods for the creation and analysis of audiovisual stories with a critical view of the evolution of the audiovisual environment in the era of globalisation and new information technologies.

K4 - Know the technological tools used in the audiovisual industry for capturing, editing, and distributing audiovisual content.

K5 - Understand and apply innovative narrative techniques and visual resources in the creation of audiovisual products that integrate contemporary languages and meet market demands.

K6 - Identify the principles of art direction to build coherent and attractive audiovisual universes.

K7 - Understand the principles of production and management of live events, such as film festivals, exhibitions, and other activities related to the audiovisual industry.

K8 - Understand the legal and ethical regulations that govern the production and distribution of audiovisual content, especially regarding copyright, intellectual property, and data protection.

2. Skills of Titles

S1 - Develop and defend arguments, solve problems and come up with innovative ideas in audiovisual projects.

S2 - Develop skills for managing and leading creative teams, promoting a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

S3 - Be able to apply advanced scripting and transmedia narrative structuring techniques, creating experiences that integrate various media and platforms.

S4 - Proficiently use image and sound capture tools and audiovisual editing and post-production programs.

S5 - Communicate knowledge, methodologies, ideas, problems, and solutions in the field clearly, organized, and accurately to audiences, both specialized and non-specialized.

S6 - Integrate and cooperate in multidisciplinary and international teams within various specialization areas in the field of study, organizing and planning work, making accurate and innovative decisions in complex situations.

S7 - Be able to manage the public image and corporate communication of institutions and companies using audiovisual storytelling techniques.

S8 - Use information by interpreting relevant data, avoiding plagiarism, and adhering to academic and professional conventions in the field, with the ability to assess information reliability and quality.

S9 - Plan and organize teamwork, making informed decisions based on available information and gathering data in digital environments.

3. Competences of Titles

C1 - Organize and manage audiovisual projects efficiently, optimizing resources, meeting deadlines, and adhering to established budgets.

C2 - Apply marketing and distribution strategies in the field of audiovisual communication to position products across various distribution channels.

C3 - Develop a unique creative identity within a professional reference framework.

C4 - Understand and manage interpersonal skills such as initiative, responsibility, conflict resolution, negotiation, etc., required in the professional field.

C5 - Use critical and analytical thinking to interpret the evolution of global trends in audiovisual communication and their impact on society.

C6 - Be able to innovate in creating audiovisual formats and genres that respond to technological and cultural changes in society.

C7 - Ability to gather and interpret relevant data about institutions, industries, and culture in the audiovisual communication field, to make informed judgments on social, scientific, or ethical issues.

External internships

External Internships for the Degree in Audiovisual Communication:

• Atresmedia Corporación de Medios de Comunicación
• Bambú Producciones
• Telefónica Audiovisual Digital
• El Terrat: Late Motiv
• TV Real madrid
• Fremantle
• Diagonal TV
• Boomerang
• ISLA Audiovisual
• Zeta Studios
• Alea Media
• Youcreate
• Ministerio del Estéreo
• Infomeik Soluciones Online
• Nephilim Producciones 
• DocLand
• 7 Rojo Producciones
• Ediciones Condé Nast
• Sala de Teatro La Usina

External Internships for the Degree in Journalism:

• Servimeida S.A.
• Radio televisíon Canaria
• Agencia EFE
• Infolibre
• Onda Cero Ourense
• Diario de Teruel
• Prisa Radio
• Capital Radio
• Cadena Ser
• Jot Down Magazine
• Diario de Navarra
• Madridiario
• Uniprex Onda Cero Valladiliz
• Marketingdirecto.com
• Telefónica Broadcast Services
• Okdiario
• 13TV S.A.

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities for the Degree in Audiovisual Communication:

The profesionals with this degree perform their work in different positions in different areas of the media:

• Director, scripwriter and audiovisual producer in the fields of film, television, graphic video, advertising, radio, computer graphics and hypermedia.
• Audiovisual producer and manager: desing, planning and organization of human resources, technical and bugetary means for the production of audiovisual woks in different formats.
• Visual and sound production and post-production designer: profesionalization in aspects related to sound, image and graphics, with possibilities of productions oriented to different formats: Internet, videogames and digital enviroments
• Technical in visual studies.
• Community manager
• Creator of content in social networks
• Web content manager
• Scriptwriter
• Multimedia artist
• Dubbing dialogues and literary texts adapters
• Corporate communication manager 
• Film and audiovisual critic and researcher
• Expert in interactive desing

Career Opportunities for the Degree in Journalism:

• Proodeader of texts and/or styles.
• Copywriter.
• Community Manager
• Literary editor
• Web content manager
• Scripwriter
• Press officer
• Broadcaster
• TV host
• Reporter
• Corporate communications manager
• Internal communications manager
• Literary critic
• Editorial manager
• Institucional communication offices
• Photojournalism
• Freelance profesional

Schedule and calendars

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Exams calendar (first semester)

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Schedules and calendars

Schedule in bachelor's degree

Academic calendar

Exams calendar (first semester)

Exams calendar (second semester)

Exams calendar (recovery tests)