BA Contemporary Media Cultures
Entry requirements
The course team welcomes applicants from a broad range of backgrounds from all over the world. The course attracts students who apply direct from A-level (or equivalent) or from Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, or other art or design courses, as well as mature students who may have previously worked in industry. The standard entry requirements for this course are as follows: 104 UCAS tariff points, which can be made up of one or a combination of the following accepted full level 3 qualifications: A Levels at grade C or above (preferred subjects include: English; History; Media; Business; Art and Design, or other subjects within Social Sciences). Distinction at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4). Distinction, Merit, Merit at BTEC Extended Diploma (preferred subjects: Art and Design, Business/ Business Studies, Media). Merit at UAL Extended Diploma. Access to Higher Education Diploma (preferred subject: Digital and Creative Media, Marketing, Humanities and Social Sciences, Film and Production). OR equivalent EU/International qualifications, such as International Baccalaureate Diploma at 24 points minimum And 3 GCSE passes at grade 4 or above (grade A*-C).
About this course
BA (Hons) in Film Studies, delivered over 3 years as an undergraduate programme. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, Communication & Writing, and Design & Creative Practice. Students complete a final-year research project alongside a final major project.
Modules
- Introduction to Contemporary Media Cultures
- Content for Creative Communication
- Representation, Diversity and Equality
- Media, Communications and Culture
- Platforms and Social Media
- Community, Media and Change
- Professional Industry Practice
- Global Media Businesses, Practices and Cultures
- Media and the Environment
- Interventions: Contemporary Media Activisms
- Communication Research Methods
- Level 5 Option Unit
- Research Project
- Creative Futures
- Final Major Project
- Level 6 Option Unit