Media, Society and Culture with Year Abroad ,BA

University of Leicester

United Kingdom, Leicester

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University of Leicester

United Kingdom , Leicester

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

PL33

Campuses

MainSite

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 20,200 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Media, Society and Culture with Year Abroad ,BA

About

Our BA in Media, Society and Culture is for those with a deep interest in the media but who are also keen to explore wider sociological questions, and who want to develop knowledge and skills relevant to jobs outside, as well as inside, the media arena.

There is no better city than Leicester to explore fundamental sociological concepts such as ethnicity, migration and social class. The University has been at the forefront of media and sociology research, with over 100 years of combined expertise in these subjects. This course has been designed to make the most of that expertise. We are ranked as one of the top 15 places in the UK to study Communication and Media Studies*.

You will learn about a range of interdisciplinary theoretical and methodological approaches to the study of media and social issues and will obtain the ability to apply these to contemporary issues and debates. We offer a diverse range of optional modules from both media and sociology, allowing you to tailor your degree to your personal interests.

Our supportive and stimulating learning environment will help you to develop the ability to work independently and will foster skills in critical analysis, communication, research methods, group work and employability.

*The Complete University Guide 2021

NB. This course was previously named Media and Society BA

Requirements

Entry Requirements

A/AS-levels: ABB. All subjects accepted. Two AS-levels considered in place of one A-Level
EPQ with A-levels: BBB + EPQ at grade B
Access to HE Diploma: Pass Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3, including 30 credits at Distinction
International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 30 points overall.
BTEC Nationals: Full Diploma with DDM
T-Levels: Distinction, Humanities subjects preferred.

Other official national and international qualifications considered from across the world. You can review some of the qualifications we accept on our countries page and English Language equivalencies.

If your qualification or country is not listed, please contact us for more information, including the name and result of the qualification you have studied.

Second Year Entry may be possible with suitable qualifications.

Contextual offers

The University of Leicester is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all applicants from all backgrounds. We make contextual offers to support students who may be impacted by the area they live in, their personal circumstances or who have completed one of our progression programmes. These offers are usually one or two grades lower than the standard entry requirements. To qualify for a contextual offer, you must apply for an eligible course and meet specific criteria – check if you’re eligible.

Selection Process

When considering your application, we will look for evidence that you will be able to fulfil the objectives of the course and achieve the standards required. We will take into account a range of factors including previous exam results.

Applicants are not normally interviewed. If you receive an offer you will be invited to visit the department.

English Language Requirements

IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.

International Qualifications

Find your country in this list to check equivalent qualifications, scholarships and additional requirements.

Countries list

English Program Requirements

Career

Careers and employability

We run employability and media production modules as part of our curriculum – e.g. 'The Production of News' and 'Online Journalism: Theory and Practice'.

Our students are encouraged to get involved in the student-run media on campus, including Galaxy - our student magazine, LUST - our student TV station, and LUSH Radio - our student radio station.

We organise external speaker events, industry visit days, career development training and other initiatives in collaboration with local and national media organisations, giving you valuable insights into the professional media world.

In addition, our departmental Careers Tutor can support and advise you on careers matters throughout your time with us.

Graduate destinations

Recent graduates have gone on to work for companies such as:

American Express
Artavia Advertising
BBC
City Index
E.ON Energy
Gogglebox Entertainment
HMRC
Lloyds Bank
Sky Media
Transport for London
Web Liquid Digital Marketing

Others have gone on to further study in the following fields:

Broadcast Journalism
Journalism
Marketing
Cinema and Television
International Relations

Careers and Employability Service

Get career-ready at Leicester with guidance from our award-winning Careers and Employability Service. We're here to give you a lifetime offer of support, even after graduation. Our team of specialist careers advisers and mentors will help you every step of the way. From supporting you with CVs and interviews, to volunteering opportunities and placements, we're here to help you reach your professional goals.