Studying media studies at university
Example course modules
- Screen media
- Critical approaches to media
- British TV drama and society
- Cultures of consumption
- Elements of visual media
- Media audiences
- Media ethics, compliance and sustainability
- Media, society and power
- Understanding media cultures
- Power and resistance
Teaching hours / week
Average for this subject
Average for all subjects
Average hours for this subject: 11 (Low N/A - High N/A). Average hours for all subjects: 14.
The time you'll spend in lectures and seminars each week will vary from university to university, so use this as a guide.
Who studies this subject
What students say about media studies
What you need to get on a course
Subjects you need
A-levels (or equivalent) usually required
- English literature and language
- Media studies
Useful to have
- Psychology
- Sociology
Application checklist
Here's a guide to what to expect from the application process - also check individual university entry requirements, as these may differ.
- January application
- October application
- Personal statement
- Portfolio
- Interview
- Entry test
- Work experience
- Audition
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Six months after graduating
- Artistic, literary and media occupations
Longer term career paths
Jobs where this degree is useful
- Video editor
- Special effects technician
- Sound recordist
Other real-life job examples
- Public relations officer
- Broadcasting production assistant
- Multimedia designer
What employers like about this subject
A media studies degree will give you the opportunity to learn a range of subject-specific skills. They may include an understanding of the business models of media organisations; how media and culture influence one another and a practical grounding in different forms of media production, from print to audio-visual production. Transferable skills you can gain from media studies degrees include research skills, communication skills, team-working, time management, critical thinking, project management and self-motivation, and these skills are sought after by employers from industries such as film, publishing, television, public relations, radio, design and computing.
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