BA (Hons) Media Studies at University of Portsmouth

This degree course gives you the knowledge and skills to expertly dissect the media and put what you learn into creative or critical practice. Are you curious about how the media influences the world we live in? Our BA (Hons) Media Studies course is distinguished by its innovative mix of options and will give you a fascinating way to gain a deeper academic understanding of this prime form of communication.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich with work placement  |  Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In each year, you need to study modules worth a total of 120 credits. Modules include Business Studies; Design Concepts; Digital Literacy, Sustainability and AI; Interactive Learning Skills and Communication; Maths for Science and Computing; New Media and Digital Cultures; Programming Concepts; Research Methods, Critical Thinking and Expression; Understanding Media: Culture, Production and industry; Media, Propaganda and Society.

Career pathways

The communication, research, writing and critical thinking skills you learn on this media studies degree will be essential for employers within and outside the media industry. You can also continue your studies at postgraduate level.

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