On this course you normally divide your time equally between both subjects. In Portuguese, you study the Portuguese language and the history, culture, cinema and literature of the Lusophone (Portuguese-speaking) world. In international media and communications studies, you examine the theory and history of media and communications in a global context. In Portuguese, you will receive a firm grounding in the structures of the language through the core language module and pursue a choice of introductory modules in a wide range of topics. In international media and communications studies you will be introduced to cultural and communications theories, mass media and new media.

On this course you normally divide your time equally between both subjects. In Portuguese, you study the Portuguese language and the history, culture, cinema and literature of the Lusophone (Portuguese-speaking) world. In international media and communications studies, you examine the theory and history of media and communications in a global context. In Portuguese, your language studies will be consolidated and developed to prepare you for the year abroad. You will study a choice of modules aimed at developing your knowledge. In international media and communication studies you will explore issues around public relations, propaganda and global media, and news production. You will also receive specific research training in the area of culture, film and media in order to lay the foundation for your final year dissertation.