Levels 1 and 2 will have provided a thorough grounding in the history and theorisation of the media and so Level 3 is designed to focus on a range of contemporary issues related strongly to the research interests of the teaching staff. These modules will provide you with an informed sense of how the media impacts upon the social realm of everyday life. The Body, Health and Representation Promotional Culture Research Workshop Dissertation Media and Memory Television Discourse in Context Study and Assessment Methods Teaching is by lectures, seminars and tutorials, and is designed to be stimulating and participatory. Studying the media will involve the close reading of a range of visual and textual material, followed by group discussion and analysis. Assessment is by a variety of methods, including essays, oral work and formal examinations, encouraging a positive learning experience in each module.
Emphasis is placed upon regular attendance and prompt submission of assessed work.
All modules in the BA Honours Media and Popular Culture course are designed not only around the demands of academic content but also around the development of core skills in analysis, research, presentation and effective communication. The course provides a good preparation for careers in the media and culture industries, publishing, and a wide variety of other professions. It also offers a sound foundation for pursuing postgraduate study.