The Communications and Film & TV BA at Nottingham Trent University is your gateway to understanding and shaping the media landscape of the 21st century. You will explore the profound impact of digital culture, the psychology of communication, and the stylistic nuances of film and television. This degree is designed for curious minds eager to critically analyse how media technologies and creative industries influence society, identity, and power structures. If you are passionate about the evolving ways we connect and consume information, and want to develop a sophisticated understanding of media's role in our lives, this course offers a compelling academic journey.
Studied full-time on campus over three years, you will delve into core modules covering the communications revolution, film and TV style, and the psychology of communication. Your learning experience will be enriched through opportunities for practical application, including potential placements or industry-brief projects in your second year, and culminates in a major final-year project where you can produce a dissertation or a creative media artefact. You will graduate with a versatile skill set, prepared for diverse career paths in journalism, public relations, broadcasting, digital media, and cultural industries, equipped to thrive in these dynamic fields.