BA (Hons) or BSc (Hons) Communication, Media and Culture and Sociology (joint honours)

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Oxford Brookes University

Program Overview

Oxford Brookes University offers a joint honours degree in Communication, Media and Culture combined with Sociology, designed to give students a deep understanding of how media, culture, and society interact and influence one another. This program blends critical theories from both fields to help students explore social structures, cultural identities, media practices, and their impact on everyday life. It prepares learners to analyze social issues through the lens of communication and culture, equipping them to engage thoughtfully with contemporary challenges in a connected world.

Curriculum Structure:
The course combines a thoughtful mix of theoretical learning and practical skills development across communication, media, culture, and sociology:

  • Core Modules: Students cover fundamental concepts in media studies, cultural theory, and sociology, including topics like social inequality, identity, media representation, and cultural change.

  • Applied Learning: Practical coursework includes media production, social research methods, and critical analysis, encouraging students to connect theory with real-world social contexts.

  • Research Project: In the final year, students undertake an independent research dissertation, allowing them to investigate a topic of personal interest with academic guidance.

  • Interdisciplinary Approach: The program promotes a broad, critical perspective, encouraging students to link sociological insights with media and cultural phenomena to understand complex social dynamics.

Accreditation:
Oxford Brookes University is fully accredited and recognized for delivering quality education in social sciences and humanities, ensuring the degree meets academic and professional standards.

Campus Location:
Oxford Brookes is located in Oxford, UK, providing students access to vibrant cultural resources, diverse communities, and opportunities to engage in a rich academic environment.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Oxford Brookes values hands-on experience and offers students several practical opportunities to enhance their learning:

  • Internships and Work Placements: Students gain valuable exposure by working with media organizations, community groups, research institutions, and charities, developing professional skills and networks.

  • Research Engagement: There are opportunities to participate in staff-led research projects focused on contemporary social and cultural issues, giving students a chance to contribute to real academic inquiry.

  • Student Societies and Events: Active media, culture, and sociology societies provide forums for discussion, debate, and leadership through events and campaigns.

  • Study Abroad and Exchange Programs: Students can broaden their horizons by experiencing different cultures and social systems firsthand through international study opportunities.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Oxford Brookes offers strong support for students as they transition from university to their careers:

  • Career Guidance: Students receive tailored advice, CV writing help, interview preparation, and access to networking events to help them confidently enter the job market.

  • Graduate Destinations: Alumni find roles as media officers, social researchers, policy analysts, community development workers, journalists, and roles in NGOs and public sector organizations.

  • Further Study: Graduates interested in advancing their education can pursue master’s degrees in Sociology, Media and Communications, Cultural Studies, Social Policy, or related disciplines.

  • Employability: The combination of critical thinking, research skills, and communication abilities gained through this degree makes graduates highly attractive to employers across various sectors.

Program Key Stats

£17,250
£ 29
Sept Intake : 14th Jan


Eligibility Criteria

BCC
3.0
29
65

1250
6.5
88

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Media planner
  • social researcher
  • communications officer
  • public relations specialist
  • community development worker
  • content creator
  • marketing executive
  • policy analyst
  • social media manager
  • cultural advisor
  • journalist
  • event coordinator
  • human resources officer
  • youth worker
  • market researcher
  • campaign strategist
  • broadcaster
  • nonprofit program manager
  • academic researcher
  • diversity and inclusion officer

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