The BA (Hons) Media Studies at the University of Portsmouth invites you to critically explore the profound influence of media on our world. This degree is ideal for those fascinated by how media industries shape societal norms, national identities, and cultural discourse, from traditional news and television to the dynamic landscape of social networks. You will delve into foundational media theory and analysis, examining how contemporary formats and genres, including digital culture and screen media, construct and reflect our understanding of ourselves and others. This course provides a comprehensive academic grounding for aspiring media professionals and critical thinkers alike.
You will study this programme full-time on campus over three years, engaging with modules such as Global Screens, Screen Debates, and Transmedia Narratives. Throughout your degree, you will develop essential screenwriting, research, and production skills, with opportunities to specialise through optional modules like Broadcast Radio and Podcasting, or Production: Short Film-Making. In your final year, you will undertake a significant Film and Media Dissertation, allowing you to pursue an in-depth research project. You will graduate with a versatile skillset, prepared for diverse career paths in communications, content creation, and beyond.