BSc (Hons) Sociology with Media Studies at University of Portsmouth

Explore what drives social trends and how the media shapes our society on this Sociology with Media Studies degree course. The media plays a big part in shaping society. If you want to explore what drives social trends and how the media shapes our society, this course is for you.

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 Sociological Perspectives: Making Sense of Social Life; Observing Society; Becoming A Social Researcher; Contesting Inequality: Sociology in Practice; Doing Sociological Research; Work, Employment and Society; Modernity and Globalisation; Risk and Society; Media, Propaganda and Society; Screen Media.

Career pathways

When you complete this degree course, our Careers and Employability team can work with you to find the employment that you need to kick-start your career. You'll have the knowledge and skills to pursue a career or further training in areas such as:

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