Media Studies programmes at UEL are known for their innovative, interdisciplinary 'cultural studies' approaches. This means that you are encouraged to draw from a rich resource of critical perspectives and techniques, including textual and historical analysis, political economy, literary theory, philosophy and psychoanalysis.
The media – print and broadcasting, cinema, the photographic arts and new-media technologies such as the worldwide web – are central to the meaning and making of modern life. Media Studies at UEL analyses key media matters in distinctive ways: the effects of media in relation to questions of racial, gendered, socioeconomic and national identity, the impact and ethics of advertising and public relations, news and journalism, the histories, politics and aesthetics of the internet, popular music and television genres and the unique features of film narrative.
The Media Studies programme was one of the first to be taught in British universities and this distinctive theory/practice programme looks at the different forms of media, enabling you to gain an understanding of their character, content, social organisation and influence. You will also have the opportunity to make media using photography, video, radio, and digital media and undertake a work placement.
Media Studies provides critical and practical knowledge of the character, content and influence of the media of public communication, and equips you with understanding of media forms and institutions. As well as learning how media produce meanings, you will have the opportunity to make media.
Modules include:
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
As well as opportunities for employment in the media and creative industries, this programme offers you career opportunities in many other, related parts of the culture industries such as advertising, journalism, film and video. The skills you will gain will help you progress into careers in teaching, the caring professions, arts administration, event management, local government, politics, community arts, activism and advocacy, etc.
Our location means you are in close proximity to London’s many media and creative industries. The programme also offers opportunities for an overseas study exchange.
There is structured introduction to study skills on all programmes. Each student will have a personal tutor responsible for providing regular guidance and support in relevant areas of personal and academic life. In addition, students will have regular access to academic tutors on each of their modules. Additional support for study and research skills will be available in themed workshops. The School's Student Support Office provides a full-time drop-in service for students in matters of programme management, administration and progression.
The minimum requirements for entry for Level 1 entry is 200 UCAS tariff points from: A/AS level (Including 2 A2 passes), GNVQ, AVCE, Scottish Highers, International Baccalaureate. European Baccalaureate, BTEC / SCOTEC Diploma, Relevant Access Course or successful completion of the Level 0. Other qualifications, including overseas, may be considered.
Applicants who do not fulfil the admission requirements for Level 1 may be considered for entry into Level 0. Applicants should have 40 UCAS tariff points from GCE A2 or equivalent.
We also welcome applicants from mature students who do not have formal qualifications but may have relevant experience. Students applying to this programme will be expected to demonstrate a specific interest in this area of study and should have a commitment to engaging with the subject. Applicants may be invited for interview.
Overseas Qualifications
The number of overseas qualifications which are accepted for entry are too numerous to list, but you can get advice from the British Council or our admissions unit on 020 8223 2835. You must be able to understand and express yourself in both written and spoken English and some evidence e.g. For level 1 entry a TOEFL score of 550 or an IELTS score of 6.0 (no skill level below 5) and for Level 0 entry an IELTS score of 5.5 (no skill level below 5) would be required.
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UCAS code P300 - Level 1 entry (3 Year full time route) P301 - Level 0 entry (Extended 4 year full time route)
Final award BA
Intermediate awards available Cert HE, Dip HE
Details of professional body accreditation N/A
Relevant QAA Benchmark statements Media, Cultural & Communication Studies, Film Studies
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