BA (Hons) Media and Communication

Course Overview

On this degree, you will study the history, nature, and impact of media and popular culture. You will investigate: The power dynamics in contemporary media How media responds to and impacts pressing political and social issues The impact of our ever-evolving digital culture on the world, individuals, and on social and national identities Issues surrounding the de Westernisation of Media Studies, approaching media in a global context. The course includes many opportunities to get creative while also gaining employable skills. We will encourage you to contribute to the writing, production, and marketing of our online magazine, Neutral. This allows you to work with industry professionals in these areas. You can also work with a graphic designer on a marketing-based module, developing an idea for an app and coming up with a rebranding project.

General Eligibility

104 UCAS Tariff points 3 GCSEs at grade C/4 (or equivalent) including the English Language.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• If English is not your first language you will need to show that you have English Language competence at IELTS level 6.0 (with no skill below 5.5) or equivalent.