BA (Hons) Media and Communications

Bringing together media practice and communications theory, this degree covers a broad spectrum of critical perspectives on the media and will introduce you to a range of contemporary media practices.You'll study in one of the world's top media, communications and cultural studies schools (QS World Rankings by Subject 2024), where you'll be taught by leading industry professionals.We believe in the importance of both critical thinking and creativity. That’s why you’ll spend 50% of your time learning critical theories, and 50% of your time gaining practical skills.On practice modules, you'll be taught by industry professionals engaged in TV, film, journalism, audio, photography, scriptwriting, short fiction, illustration, interactive media, animation, and media campaigning.Our forward-thinking theory modules will give you the opportunity to question the norm and learn about the media landscape of the future with topics ranging from Artificial Intelligence to Race and Technology.You'll be taught using industry-standard practice facilities, including TVfilm, radio and photography studios, digital video and audio editing suites, and animation software and hardware.You’ll have the opportunity to apply for a work placement in the media or creative industries as part of the programme and be given dedicated support to help you find the right role for you.You'll be taught alongside students from all over the world and with diverse cultural experiences that enrich the School of Media, Communications and Cultural Studies and the learning experience.You'll develop skills that you can use throughout your career whether in the media industries or elsewhere. Our recent graduates have gone on to have successful careers in and outside of the Media industry, ranging from television producers and podcasters to teachers and researchers.