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BA ( Hons ) Journalism with Media Studies
UCAS code P5P3
Duration 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : ABB – BBC . BTEC : DDM – DMM . T level : M , must be in a relevant course . Tariff points : 112 – 128 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent .
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What ' s this course about ?
Are you a budding critic , publisher or journalist ? Gain a critical understanding of the media field while getting a grounding in journalism disciplines and techniques . Learn from published media researchers and expert journalists , as well as using professional-grade media analysis and production facilities . With the option of taking industry placements and the National Council for the Training of Journalists ( NCTJ ) qualifications , you can tailor your study on this course to fit your ideal journalistic or media career .
Example placements
● Vogue
● The Daily Telegraph
● Sky Sports
Example topics
● Reporting
● Journalism in context
● Investigative journalism
● Media networks : exploring digital culture
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● Media and the image
● Propaganda
Course highlights
● Refine your practice by learning from published media researchers and journalists with written and broadcast experience in local , regional , national and international journalism
● Learn more about the journalism and media industries by meeting visiting professionals from industry bodies – past guests include Dream Team FC , The Times , Novara Media , Sky News and the Cabinet Office at 10 Downing Street
● Gain valuable industry experience by taking optional placements throughout your degree
● Take shorthand training
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‘ Choosing to study Journalism with Media Studies at Portsmouth has been one of the best decisions I ’ ve ever made . It ’ s given me a critical and practical understanding of the disciplines of journalism and the media . The course , with all the module choices , is quite diverse and thus provides very broad career prospects .'
Basira Ajmal
Future opportunities
Writers , journalists and media professionals are needed across a wide range of sectors , with communications and marketing being the most popular . Due to the shift to digital and online platforms to adapt to the pandemic , this demand has grown . The nonspecialist skills you ' ll graduate with will also help widen your career options .
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‘ I visited the University of Portsmouth and instantly loved the lively energy and the campus feel . After visiting the Media Studies building , I knew this was the right place for me and I ’ ve never looked back . ’
Katie Duxbury BA ( Hons ) Media Studies
Find out more about BA ( Hons ) Media Studies below .
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BA ( Hons ) Media and Communication with Foundation Year
UCAS code P30F
Duration 4 years full time , 5 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : EEE . BTEC : PPP . T level : P ( D or E in the core ), must be in a relevant course . Tariff points : 48 points to include 1 A level , or equivalent . Other qualifications such as Vocational A levels ( AVCE ), BTECs and Access courses will also be considered .
If you would like to study this course without a Foundation Year .
Duration : 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Entry requirements : 112 – 120 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent
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Foundation Year : If you ' re new to studying creative computing or don ’ t meet the required grades for the full degree course , you can take our optional Foundation Year before starting your degree . You ' ll get the academic and technical grounding you ' ll need for entry into Year 1 .
What ' s this course about ?
Dive deep into the inner workings of media : its present and future , its pivotal role in how we communicate and perceive the world , and the networking industries and institutions that structure communication . This course has award-winning researchers and film producers teaching it , strong industry links in TV , film and journalism , and chances to intern in fascinating areas of the media industries .
Example placements
● Editing suites
● Kit rooms
● Writers ' rooms
● Film sets
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● TV galleries
● Production offices ( TV and film )
Example placements
● Media in context
● Introduction to film-making
● Eportfolio for film and broadcasting
● Creative music and FX for TV
● Editing for film and video
● Transmedia narratives and strategies
Course highlights
● Shape your course from your second year , choosing optional modules that meet your speciality and career ambitions
● Build your industry experience by taking a 1-year placement
● Familiarise yourself with professional equipment and facilities used widely in media production
● Expand your professional network and knowledge by attending guest lectures by visiting professionals
● Achieve industry-recognised Adobe Certified Associate ( ACA ) qualifications
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‘ This is an exciting course designed to recognise your interest in media , develop your strengths and give you the skills for working in the media industries .'
Johnny Lochland , Course Leader
Future opportunities
Media communication is a staple of every industry . You ' ll gain a flexible range of specialist skills that will allow you to pursue a career in film and TV production , camera departments , sound recording and post-production . You can also sidestep into journalism , scriptwriting , advertising , marketing or public relations . When you graduate with a Media and Communication degree , you ' ll become a vital , versatile asset for any employer and any field .
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BA ( Hons ) Media Studies
UCAS code P300
Duration 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : ABB – BBC . BTEC : DDM – DMM . T level : M , must be in a relevant course . Tariff points : 112 – 128 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent .
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What ' s this course about ?
Are you curious about how the media influences the world we live in ? Learn how global media reflects , shapes and affects societies and cultures , from news and television to social networks . Consider how identity is formed through the media , and its representations in contemporary formats and genres , such as TV talk shows , the comic book industries and science .
Example placements
● Sky
● Panasonic
● NBC Universal
● Disney
Example topics
● Media and the image
● Creative reviews and features
● Propaganda
● Cultures of consumption
● Media networks : exploring digital culture
● Social issues in the media
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Course highlights
● Gain expert insight into popular culture , fan communities and the latest media tech developments by attending the annual Portsmouth Comic Con
● Learn from a teaching team of widely published media experts and research-active academics
● Tailor your degree by choosing modules to suit your specialisation
● Develop film-making skills with optional practical film modules from year 2
● Build valuable professional experience with an optional placement year
● Gain industry-recognised accreditations such as ScreenSkills safety training and Adobe Certified Associate ( ACA )
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’ All the staff and tutors are extremely knowledgeable and are always there to help you . Lectures are highly interactive with a lot of student participation .'
Katie Wilkins
Future opportunities
You ’ ll graduate ready to begin your media career in many communicational fields , but you ’ ll also have creative and transferable skills you can use in any sector . You can also continue your studies at postgraduate level .
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