Entry requirements
Access to HE Diploma
Access - an Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2. At least 15 level 3 credits must be at merit grade or above, in an art and design-related programme from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English language and Mathematics at grade C or grade 4 or above.
UCAS Tariff
This must include at least 64 points from two A levels or equivalent BTEC National qualifications, including at least 32 points in a relevant* subject. For example: •BBC at A Level with a grade C in a relevant subject. •DMM in BTEC Extended Diploma in a relevant subject. •A combination of qualifications which must include a relevant subject and may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies. * Relevant subjects are • media studies • communication studies • film studies • English • creative writing • a foreign language • sociology • politics • history • psychology • accountancy/finance • business/economics • hospitality/events management • dance/performing arts • drama/theatre studies • geography • art and design • graphic design • IT/computing • music/music technology • sciences • sport • world development
About this course
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**Course summary**
- Learn to conduct research, write for different audiences, and verbally present ideas with clarity.
- Engage in practical work in a range of formats such as print and broadcast media.
- Choose from a variety of optional modules to enable you to create your own degree journey.
- Develop skills to progress into diverse careers, including film and television production, media research, social media management, PR, and education.
Build your understanding of the cultural, political and economic roles of media forms, organisations and technologies in contemporary society with this modern media course. You analyse and study the workings of core media institutions and learn about key approaches for analysing media texts, and examine the general characteristics of media industries.
**How you learn**
Learning takes place in lectures, interactive workshops, seminars and screenings, where key topics and concepts are introduced and explored. You are encouraged to work in teams and small groups as well developing an individual approach to your learning.
You learn through
- lectures
- interactive workshops
- seminars
- screenings
- essays
- examinations
- group and individual presentations
- practical work
- applied learning/authentic work experience
There are opportunities to study abroad at one of our partner universities with the possibility of funding through the Erasmus programme (subject to the UK’s continued participation in the Erasmus programme following the Brexit transition period).
**Applied learning**
**Work placements**
You will have the opportunity to arrange a year-long work placement in between your second and third years. This gives you a real-world experience to prepare you for your future career. Previous students have completed placements with the BBC, regional newspapers, PR and advertising agencies and the voluntary sector.
**Live work**
Many modules on the degree make use of the Venture Matrix (a University department which sources clients for live projects) that will give you the experience of working with the media industry.
**Field trips**
There will be the opportunity to attend regional, national and international media events. Trips have included visits to the Berlin Film Festival and the Aesthetica Film Festival where you get the chance to meet industry experts. You can also apply for our Go Global student initiative, which has taken our students to destinations such as Malaysia and Paris. There is opportunity to study abroad as part of the international Erasmus programme (subject to the UK’s continued participation in the Erasmus programme following the Brexit transition period).
**Networking opportunities**
A number of industry days and events (Grad Talk, Pathways) are held on campus where students can network with and attend talks and workshops run by creative media industry professionals and organisations.
We make sure you can network and make industry connections throughout your course. Every year we have students working at Sheffield Doc/Fest, one of the top three documentary film festivals in the world, attending exclusive workshops with international industry experts.
Modules
Module: History Of The Media Credits: 20.00
Module: Making Media Credits: 20.00
Module: Making Media 2 Credits: 20.00
Module: Media Audiences Credits: 20.00
Module: Media Industries Credits: 20.00
Module: Media Texts And Genres Credits: 20.00
Module: Media, Identities And Representations Credits: 20.00
Module: News Media Credits: 20.00
Module: Researching For The Media Credits: 20.00
Module: The Media, Power And Politics Credits: 20.00
Module: Applied Photography Credits: 20.00
Module: Celebrity Culture Credits: 20.00
Module: Documentary Media: Critical And Historical Approaches Credits: 20.00
Module: Event Management Credits: 20.00
Module: Feature Writing And Publishing 1 Credits: 20.00
Module: Feature Writing And Publishing 2 Credits: 20.00
Module: Global Pr Credits: 20.00
Module: Radio 1 Credits: 20.00
Module: Storytelling In Film, Television And Beyond Credits: 20.00
Module: Tv1: Introduction To Tv News Credits: 20.00
Module: Applied Project/Dissertation For Media Credits: 20.00
Module: Globalisation And The Media Credits: 20.00
Module: Media Technologies Credits: 20.00
Module: Postcolonial Media Culture Credits: 20.00
Module: Alternative Media Credits: 20.00
Module: Communication Through Photography Credits: 20.00
Module: Corporate Communications: Strategy And Critique Credits: 20.00
Module: Feature Writing And Publishing 3 Credits: 40.00
Module: Moral Panics Credits: 20.00
Module: Pr And Power Credits: 20.00
Module: Radio 2 Credits: 20.00
Module: The Environment, Science And The Media Credits: 20.00
Module: Tv2: Tv Journalism And Production Credits: 20.00
Module: Work Based Learning: Professional Communication 2 Credits: 20.00
Assessment methods
Coursework, exams, practical
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