
BA (Hons) Media Studies
University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich
Course overview
Media shapes our lives, today more than ever before. As the world becomes increasingly connected and fast-paced, studying Media Studies has never been more relevant and important. At UEA, we’ve created an exciting course designed to equip you with the critical and creative skills needed to thrive in today’s digital workplace.
Our friendly and supportive academic team combines world-leading researchers and experienced media professionals. Their cutting-edge insights in media analysis and creative industry practice offer you a powerful blend of expert knowledge and practical skills. You'll engage with essential concepts, theories and debates in media studies as well as hone your media production skills.
This could be in film or TV production, podcasting, radio, or other digital media forms. Our dedicated resource for digital creativity, known as BLOC, provides access to state-of-the-art media technologies, including UEA’s Television Studio and Media Suite, enabling you to develop skills in using a variety of media tools. You'll also have the chance to gain real-world experience as our internship scheme provides an opportunity to work and network with industry professionals.
Norwich is a vibrant regional media hub and previous UEA students have interned at a range of companies, both local (e.g., Eastern Daily Press, Forward) and international (Warner Bros).
Key highlights
- Taught by world-leading researchers and experienced media professionals
- Production skills in film, TV, podcasting, radio and digital media
- BLOC digital creativity hub with Television Studio and Media Suite
- Internship scheme to work and network with industry professionals
- Past interns placed at Eastern Daily Press, Forward and Warner Bros
- Combines media theory and analysis with creative industry practice
Entry requirements
- International Baccalaureate: 32 — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 32 points overall Irish Leaving Certificate 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAABB Scottish Advanced Highers BCC. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
- Scottish Advanced Highers: BCC — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 32 points overall Irish Leaving Certificate 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAABB Scottish Advanced Highers BCC. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
- Scottish Highers: AAABB — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 32 points overall Irish Leaving Certificate 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAABB Scottish Advanced Highers BCC. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
- Irish Leaving Certificate — 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3
Careers this course leads to
- Television production assistant
- Podcast producer
- Radio producer
- Digital content creator
- Journalist
- Social media manager
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £23,100 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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