BA (Hons) Sociology and Media Studies (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University

Media shapes who we are, what we think and what we value. While studying Sociology helps us make sense of how society works - and why it doesn’t work in the same way for everyone. When combined, these two subjects provide a sophisticated understanding of the world around us and an ability to dissect complex issues.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences  |  Department: School of Social Sciences  |  Duration: Full time 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time (includes a year studying abroad)  |  Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Thinking Sociologically, Researching Society: Principles and Practices, Understanding Media and Culture. Year 2 optional modules include Global Social Theory: Connecting Sociologies, Key Perspectives in Global Media and Culture, Research in Action: Methods for Investigating the Social World, Thinking Digital Worlds, Media in Question. Year 3 core modules: Your Year Abroad. Year 4 optional modules include Sociology Independent Project, Media Independent Project, Advanced Sociological Theories and Applications, Audiences, Fans and Participatory Cultures, Documentary Production.

Career pathways

This degree provides an impressive combination of skills, knowledge and experience. You will be able to critically analyse social issues and think creatively about possible solutions.

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