Sociology and Media Studies (Placement Year) : BA Hons

Course overview

Media shapes who we are, what we think and what we value. While studying Sociology helps us make sense of how society works - and why it doesn’t work in the same way for everyone. When combined, these two subjects provide a sophisticated understanding of the world around us and an ability to dissect complex issues.

You’ll gain a powerful combination of intellectual and practical skills, ready to succeed in your chosen career.

Key highlights

Combines sociology and media studies to analyse society and culture
Explores how media shapes identity, thinking and values
Examines why society works differently for different people
Develops both intellectual and practical skills for future careers
Includes a placement year as part of the degree

Entry requirements

Welsh Baccalaureate — in place of one
BTEC: DM — combined with A levels
BTEC: DD — combined with A levels
A-level: BC — plus BTEC at D 30 points overall with 15 points from the best 3 HL subjects We are happy to admit applicants on the basis of five Highers, but where we require a specific subject at A level, we will typically require an Advanced Higher in that subject; combined with BTEC

Scholarships

Lancaster Sanctuary Scholarship
Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship – International
The award will be worth £3,000 and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction, each year of study, for undergraduate programmes.
Up to £3,000
Undergraduate International Regional Scholarship
The award will be worth £3,000 and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction, each year of study, for undergraduate courses.
Up to £3,000

Careers this course leads to

Social researcher
Media researcher
Journalist
Public relations officer
Policy officer
Marketing executive

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £26,300

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 Lancaster University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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