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The media plays a big part in shaping society. If you want to explore what drives social trends and how the media shapes our society, this course is for you.
You’ll explore pressing contemporary social issues and get an understanding of specialist areas of sociological study, while developing the knowledge and skills to expertly dissect the media.
When you complete this course you'll also be primed for a career in anything from health and social care to the creative industries.
To do these degrees, you need to apply for the BSc (Hons) Sociology or the BSc Sociology with Foundation Year course. This is because these are 'pathway' degrees.
You’ll study Sociology in depth and add Media Studies as a complementary subject later. You’ll graduate with a BSc (Hons) Sociology with Media Studies degree when you finish the course.
These are the entry requirements for the BSc (Hons) Sociology and BSc (Hons) Sociology with Foundation Year courses.
You may need to have studied specific subjects or GCSEs - see full entry requirements and other qualifications we accept.
See alternative English language qualifications
We also accept other standard English tests and qualifications, as long as they meet the minimum requirements of your course.
If you don't meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
If you're not sure you meet the entry requirements, or need some help to get uni-ready, then we offer BSc (Hons) Sociology with Media Studies with a Foundation Year through our partners at ICP to bring you up to speed. When you successfully finish, you'll get a guaranteed place on BSc (Hons) Sociology with Media Studies.
Find out more about our foundation years with ICP
You may need to have studied specific subjects – find full entry requirements and other qualifications we accept.
See alternative English language qualifications.
We also accept other standard English tests and qualifications, as long as they meet the minimum requirements of your course.
If you don't meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
Please note this foundation year with ICP isn’t currently open to EU or International students.
While we consider your grades when making an offer, we also carefully look at your circumstances and other factors to assess your potential. These include whether you live and work in the region and your personal and family circumstances which we assess using established data.
When you complete this degree course, our Careers and Employability team can work with you to find the employment that you need to kick-start your career.
You'll have the knowledge and skills to pursue a career or further training in areas such as:
Some of our alumni have gone on to work for big names such as the BBC, Warner Bros and Universal Pictures International. Roles our graduates have taken on include:
You could also continue your studies at postgraduate level or set up a business with help and support from the University
To give you the best chance of securing the ideal job when you graduate, our Careers and Employability service can help you find relevant work experience during your course.
We'll work with you to identify placements, internships, voluntary roles and freelancing opportunities that will complement your studies and allow you to use the skills you've learnt.
We'll also be available to help, advise and support you for up to 5 years as you advance in your career.
This course allows you to take the Learning From Experience (LiFE) option. This means you can earn credits towards your degree for work, volunteer and research placements that you do alongside your study.
After your second year, you can do an optional work placement year to get valuable longer-term work experience in the industry.
Previous students have been on placements to:
In your placement year, you can also set up a business on your own or with other students.
We’ll help you secure a work placement that fits your aspirations. You’ll get mentoring and support throughout the year
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