Media & Communications

Media & Communications

With the rising diversity and creativity of the media and communication industry, degrees in the field of media and communication studies are also becoming increasingly common. Media and Communication include the history and impact of various types of media on culture as well as the way they can be used to convey different messages. These courses draw on elements from social sciences and humanities, but mass media and communication studies remain the central focus. Students are exposed to a number of theories and studies that examine the role of the media in culture and can discuss the effect of the media on feminism, conflict, race, crime, body image, politics and sport. The methods used to produce films, documentaries, electronic media, radio technology and video games are also covered in media and communications degrees. Courses focus on reinforcing verbal and written communication skills and introducing students to various digital media concepts and theories. Students learn various skills of information management and distribution techniques and methods and acquiring essential skills for success in this field will build a path for a successful career in the Information Age, including writing, reasoning, problem solving, ethics and independent research. It will also introduce students to all the various ways in which people distribute and absorb information, so that they can not only understand the media, but also shape and guide it into the future. Graduates with a Media and Communications degree can work in various fields including public relations, broadcasting, journalism, writing, and filmmaking.

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