Study location	United Kingdom, Aberystwyth
Type	Bachelor courses, full-time
Nominal duration	3 years
Study language	English
Awards	BA
Course code	P300

Tuition fee	To be confirmed

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in any language

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL, sufficient results in secondary school final exams or other equivalent Additionally, state English examination results are accepted as proof of proficency.

Other requirements	At least 1 reference(s) should be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application.

More information	Expenses, accommodation, working etc. courses.aber.ac.uk/..cation-studies-degree

Overview

In choosing to study the Media and Communication Studies Degree at Aberystwyth University you will be taught by the Department of Theatre, Film and Television Studies, one of the largest and most significant departments of its kind in the UK. Uniquely, the Media and Communication Studies Degree enables you to combine the traditional and the new, with a special and distinctive digital media focus. You will develop dynamic insights into the nature of interactions between media texts, media audiences and media producers. This degree course offers an exciting interdisciplinary approach, including communication and media studies, sociology, psychology, cultural studies (including digital and visual cultures), history, philosophy, linguistics and marketing. The interdisciplinary approach will provide you with a wide range of the skills and knowledge that employers are increasingly seeking.

The Aberystwyth Media and Communication Studies degree is an innovative, challenging and diverse scheme which will place you at the cutting edge of developments and debates in digital media and communication.

Career opportunities

Many students find employment with film and television companies, working in roles such as programme researchers for various broadcasting media, floor managers, camera operators, sound technicians, runners, producers and directors. The degree will also prepare you for areas such as teaching, research, marketing, media planning, events organisation, the computing industries, and public relations. Your degree will provide you with excellent inter-personal skills and transferable skills including experience in group work, leadership, planning, budget management and personal motivation, all valued by graduate employers.