Media and Communications with Placement BSc (Hons)

Brunel University of London

This course enjoys a very close relationship with sociology at Brunel and combines the theoretical elements of sociology with the practical elements of media studies. Youll focus on all aspects of society: its personal, social and cultural dimensions.Studying communications and media at Brunel is not just limited to the classroom. Youll have the opportunity to broaden your mind by going on field trips and joining film sessions, where youll learn about cameras lighting and editing. Youll be able to attend optional company visits, for example IMG studios, where youll receive a tour of the studios.On this course youll have the chance to make your own films in groups. Youll develop your skills in our media services suite which has industry-standard facilities. Youll be taught about the software Final Cut Pro and how to use different types of Canon cameras. Youll experiment with different lighting styles and practise sound editing techniques. This practical work will equip you with the skills youll need for a media related career or for working in the field of production.Careers and your futureYoull have acquired knowledge in understanding traditional and new information and communications technologies and processes. Many of our students choose to pursue a career in marketing, events and production co-ordination, research and buying in the media industries, PR and journalism. You may choose to pursue a career in research and production for a video or television company. With the transferable skills gained on this course, there will be a variety of careers available to you.

Social and Political Sciences