Available for Clearing 2024
**This is a Connected Degree**
Portsmouth is the only University in the UK with the flexibility to choose when to do an optional paid placement or self-employed year. Either take a placement in your third year, or finish your studies first and complete a placement in your fourth year. You can decide if and when to take a placement after youve started your course.
**Overview**
Are you curious about how the media influences the world we live in? Our BA (Hons) Media Studies course is distinguished by its innovative mix of options and will give you a fascinating way to ...
**This is a Connected Degree**<br/>Portsmouth is the only University in the UK with the flexibility to choose when to do an optional paid placement or self-employed year. Either take a placement in your third year, or finish your studies first and complete a placement in your fourth year. You can decide if and when to take a placement after youve started your course.<br/><br/>**Overview**<br/>Are you curious about how the media influences the world we live in? Our BA (Hons) Media Studies course is distinguished by its innovative mix of options and will give you a fascinating way to gain a deeper academic understanding of this prime form of communication.<br/><br/>Youll learn how global media reflects, shapes and affects societies and cultures, from news and television, to social networks. You’ll also consider how identity is formed through the media, and its representations in contemporary formats and genres, such as TV talk shows, the comic book industries, and science. As you progress in your degree, you can create your own learning plan by choosing optional modules, including film production.<br/><br/>You’ll graduate ready to begin your media career in many communicational fields, but you’ll also have creative and transferable skills you can use in any sector.<br/><br/>**Course highlights**<br/>- Gain expert insight into popular culture, fan communities, and the latest media tech developments by attending the annual Portsmouth Comic Con – where course lecturers and previous students have been panellists<br/><br/><br/>- Enhance your studies by learning from a teaching team of widely published media experts and research-active academics<br/><br/><br/>- Cultivate a well-rounded, futuristic understanding of media from staff expertise in contemporary popular culture genres (including science fiction, fantasy, horror, and animation)<br/><br/><br/>- Tailor your degree by choosing modules to suit your specialisation<br/><br/><br/>- Develop filmmaking skills with optional practical film modules from second year<br/><br/><br/>- Build valuable professional experience and knowledge by taking an optional placement year – either with a company or self-employed<br/><br/><br/>- Broaden your expertise with the chance to gain industry-recognised accreditations such as ScreenSkills safety training and Adobe Certified Associate (ACA)<br/><br/><br/>**Careers and opportunities**<br/>The communication, research, writing and critical thinking skills you learn on this media studies degree will be essential for employers within and outside the media industry.<br/><br/>You can also continue your studies at postgraduate level. Many of our graduates pursue Masters and Doctorates, with a number of them taking further teacher training to work in education.<br/><br/>Graduate areas<br/><br/>Previous media studies graduates have gone on to work in areas such as:<br/><br/><br/>- media research<br/><br/><br/>- digital specialisms (e.g. website design and creation)<br/><br/><br/>- public relations and marketing<br/><br/><br/>- journalism<br/><br/><br/>- publishing<br/><br/><br/>- new media development<br/><br/><br/>- film production<br/><br/><br/>- film and TV companies<br/><br/><br/>Graduate roles<br/><br/>Job roles our graduates have taken on include:<br/><br/><br/>- teacher<br/><br/><br/>- media research assistant<br/><br/><br/>- marketing assistant<br/><br/><br/>- production manager<br/><br/><br/>- sound and vision engineer<br/><br/><br/>- film/video producer<br/><br/><br/>- advertising journalist<br/><br/><br/>- assistant publicist<br/><br/><br/>- PR and communications officer<br/><br/><br/>Graduate destinations<br/><br/>Some of our alumni have gone on to work for big names such as:<br/><br/><br/>- BBC<br/><br/><br/>- Warner Bros<br/><br/><br/>- Universal Pictures International<br/><br/><br/>- Mitchells & Butlers<br/><br/><br/>- Lush Cosmetics<br/><br/><br/>When you finish the course, our Careers and Employability service can help you find a job that puts your skills to work in the industry. After you leave the University, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years as you advance in your career.
Portsmouth offers guaranteed accommodation to all Clearing applicants who accept an offer within 48 hours and enrol by 23rd August.
All Clearing students are guaranteed an offer of a room in halls, T&C's apply, visit Portsmouth's website to learn more.
Sign up for Priority Clearing to get accommodation information straight to your inbox as well as access to Portsmouth's VIP Clearing days on Saturday 19th August and Monday 21st August. Priority Clearing applicants will also get exclusive Clearing updates, a priority call back on Results Day, an invitation to a dedic...
Portsmouth offers guaranteed accommodation to all Clearing applicants who accept an offer within 48 hours and enrol by 23rd August.<br/><br/>All Clearing students are guaranteed an offer of a room in halls, T&C's apply, visit Portsmouth's website to learn more.<br/><br/>Sign up for Priority Clearing to get accommodation information straight to your inbox as well as access to Portsmouth's VIP Clearing days on Saturday 19th August and Monday 21st August. Priority Clearing applicants will also get exclusive Clearing updates, a priority call back on Results Day, an invitation to a dedicated Clearing webinar on Tuesday 1st August, and one-to-one application support.<br/><br/>Through the webinar and open days, students can get a feel for Portsmouth's welcoming campus and community before joining the university. With guaranteed accommodation, they can rest easy and ensure they are in the heart of the student community.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
23/09/2024
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
P300
Institution Code
P80
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
UCAS TariffScottish HigherAcceptable when combined with other qualifications. Access to HE Diploma112-122 Tariff points from the Access to HE Diploma. International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammePearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)GCSE/National 4/National 53 GCSEs at grade C or above to include English/3 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to include English. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications. Scottish Advanced Higher112-120 Tariff points to include a minimum of 2 Advanced Highers. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalCambridge Pre-U score of 46-50. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)112-120 points from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate including 1 A level, plus the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications. A levelT Level |
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