Media Studies

If you are curious about how media shapes and disrupts our connected world, our Media Studies degree is for you.

At Brighton, you will explore a diverse, decolonised curriculum that covers everything from media production and film to ethics, journalism, and political communication.

Our supportive team of research-active lecturers and industry pros will guide you to become an innovative leader in the media world.

The compulsory second-year placement means you will gain real-world experience, giving you a competitive edge. Plus, Brighton is a major media hub, so studying here means you’re right where the action is, surrounded by digital innovation and creativity.

TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE

• Graduate ready to take on a wide variety of roles across the media industry, from PR to production, marketing to presenting.

• The subject matter is a fascinating and ever-evolving mix – you will examine how the media industry in detail, investigating social, cultural, economic, political and technological changes.

• Excellent work placements organised by our dedicated placements team.

• Opportunities to work on live industry projects.

• Choose from option modules in areas such as branding, journalism, public relations and sustainability enabling you to tailor your degree to your specific career ambitions.

• Brighton is a fast-growing creative media hub and home to a thriving cultural scene.

• The course team are experts in their field who are passionate about sharing their knowledge with a new generation of media and music professionals.

• Develop valuable transferable skills including practical media skills, critical thinking and writing, independent research and analysis and excellent presentation, written and oral communication skills.

Year 1
Producing and Consuming Digital Media
Media and Popular Culture
Critical Approaches to Media 1
Critical Approaches to Media 2

Options*
Video Production 1
Photographic Practice 1
Understanding Audiences: Theory and Context
Film, Language and History

Year 2
Visual Media Culture
Media Placement
Social Media for Activist and Community Groups
Research Methods and Methodology

Options*
Video Production 2
Specialist Portfolio
Media Ethics and Professional Practice
Podcasting
Photographic Practice 2
Brands and Public Relations
Film Studies
Genre and Narrative

Final year
Dissertation
Global Challenges
Politics and Political Communication

Options*
Sustainability and Innovation in Digital Culture
Television Production
Media Law and Policy
Digital Media Marketing and Innovation
Screening the Unreal: Science Fiction, Horror, Fantasy
Deconstructing the Nation: Empire and Race in the Twenty-first Century
Critical Approaches to the Videogame

*Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.