* Why Lancaster?*
Prepare for media jobs of the future by exploring how the industry is evolving
Learn from experts shaping conversation on everything from reality TV show regulations to the Royal Family
Combine expert knowledge with practical skills and experience with this distinctive media and culture course
Shape your study – you’ll have the freedom to examine the areas of media that spark your interest
Get involved with our student media societies to gain experience outside the classroom
Media shapes who we are, what we think and what we value. At L...
<br/>* Why Lancaster?*<br/>Prepare for media jobs of the future by exploring how the industry is evolving<br/>Learn from experts shaping conversation on everything from reality TV show regulations to the Royal Family<br/>Combine expert knowledge with practical skills and experience with this distinctive media and culture course<br/>Shape your study – you’ll have the freedom to examine the areas of media that spark your interest<br/>Get involved with our student media societies to gain experience outside the classroom<br/>Media shapes who we are, what we think and what we value. At Lancaster, we’ve created a course where expertise meets practical skills. New technology and new platforms mean you’ll be preparing for careers in the creative sector and digital journalism that didn’t even exist until recently.<br/><br/><br/>**Bring ideas to life**<br/>We know it’s important for you to understand the way media is changing, but you also need to be able to apply this knowledge to succeed in this competitive industry. Whatever fascinates you will influence what you create on this course, whether that’s short films, digital content and podcasts, or any media relevant to today’s world.<br/><br/>We’ll look at how media is produced and consumed to help you become a better creator, as well as studying the social, economic and political dimensions of this industry on a global scale. You’ll look at practices and platforms in the ever-changing media landscape to make you aware of the challenges facing professionals.<br/><br/>**Your platform, your voice**<br/>Our research influences real world conversations. You’ll be learning from experts who testify for parliamentary enquiries, run their own podcast series, or raise awareness of issues like gender inequality through their work.<br/><br/>When it comes to doing your dissertation, you’ll follow in their footsteps. You can complete your dissertation either via writing about research you have carried out or via media practice. Either way, we’ll expect you to thoroughly research your topic and the intended audience. We’ll encourage you to let your imagination run wild! Past students have created music albums, board games and even a multimedia cookbook.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
10/2024
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
LP63
Institution Code
L14
Points of Entry
Year 1
Access to HE DiplomaD:30,M:15,P:0 International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 with 16 from the best 3 Higher Level subjects Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM A levelA,B,B |
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