Communication, Media and Culture

Looking for an exciting career? Care about how social justice relates to culture, power and representation? This course is your first step to a passion-led role in the media and cultural industries.

Gain insight into how media technology is rapidly changing the world and develop tools for analysing the power dynamics of major organisations and how they influence their audiences - skills that set you apart as a graduate in the media sector.

Thanks to your tutors’ connections, we offer one-off industry encounters. We’ll introduce you to:

• TV producers
• talent managers
• news reporters
• brand marketing professionals

These experts will ensure you have your finger on the pulse of what their sectors look like today and show you how to apply theory to industry practice.

Our alumni led Industry Expert Advisory Board are leaders in their fields. They keep the course at the cutting-edge of what employers look for in graduates. You’ll meet them in your third year at our annual speed networking session - a launchpad into your career as you are getting ready to send out applications.

Media is constantly shaping today’s world. By the time you finish this course, you’ll be ready to experience the thrill and be part of working in the sector that shapes society like no other.

You’ll have a variety of opportunities to set you up for success. You’ll understand what makes you tick, whether that’s creating podcasts, or websites, or being in the TV studio. We also bring in industry experts who will share their career advice with you and help you get the best start.

Not only will you stand out to employers, but you’ll also be ready to be a leader in whatever career you choose.

You’ll graduate prepared for a variety of rewarding careers in:

• branding
• marketing and advertising
• public relations
• audience research
• journalism
• media broadcasting
• education
• publishing
• fundraising
• community development.

You’ll find previous graduates working at a range of leading organisations including:

• BBC
• MailOnline
• Save the Children UK
• Channel 5
• LEGO UK
• Washington Post
• tech startups
• media consultancy and top level freelancers
• museums, heritage and cultural organisations.