Media Studies with a Placement Year BA (Hons)

<strong>Overview</strong><br/><br/>Media shapes our lives, today more than ever before. As the world becomes increasingly connected and fast-paced, studying Media Studies has never been more relevant and important. At UEA, we’ve created an exciting course designed to equip you with the critical and creative skills needed to thrive in today’s digital workplace.<br/><br/>Our friendly and supportive academic team combines world-leading researchers and experienced media professionals. Their cutting-edge insights in media analysis and creative industry practice offer you a powerful blend of expert knowledge and practical skills. Youll engage with essential concepts, theories and debates in media studies as well as hone your media production skills. This could be in film or TV production, podcasting, radio, or other digital media forms.<br/><br/>Our dedicated resource for digital creativity, known as BLOC, provides access to state-of-the-art media technologies, including UEA’s Television Studio and Media Suite, enabling you to develop skills in using a variety of media tools. Youll also have the chance to gain real-world experience through our internship scheme which provides opportunities to work and network with industry professionals. Norwich is a vibrant regional media hub, and previous students have interned at a range of companies, both local (e.g., Eastern Daily Press, Forward) and international (Warner Bros). On this course, you’ll also spend your third year in an industry placement, gaining invaluable work experience in an area of your choice.<br/><br/>Across the degree, youll develop many transferable skills equipping you for a wide range of careers in the creative industries and beyond. These include skills in communication and creative thinking, research and analysis, media production, as well as teamworking and leadership.<br/><br/>Previous graduates have gone on to work across the media and cultural sectors and the course is especially relevant to careers in digital and social media, film and television, videogames, journalism, publishing, advertising, marketing, press and public relations.<br/><br/><strong>Disclaimer</strong> <br/><br/>Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the providers website: <strong>www.uea.ac.uk</strong>