Studying these subjects in combination allows you to increase your awareness surrounding significant social issues and their portrayal in the media. The course offers a dynamic focus on contemporary sociological perspectives, research, and challenges, combined with the study of how our culture affects peoples’ understanding and engagement with the media and film.You will investigate industry advances and technology in research-inspired lectures, seminars and workshops and explore representation and ideology through a variety of media forms and film genres. Both subjects offer a research-focused team of academic staff who seek to enhance your understanding of the contemporary social world.Key FeaturesDynamic curriculum informed by the very latest research innovations on the media and film industries and associated contemporary sociological cultural issues. Our lecturing team frequently publish their research and your learning is informed by this expertiseInteractive, investigative learning environments where critical understanding is developed through debate and evaluating your own opinions and identityAn interactive and responsive curriculum with study abroad options that includes the classic elements of Sociology but with primary focus on new and developing perspectives, offering a diverse and dynamic curriculum driven by contemporary sociological concernsWe create a safe space for students to share and analyse their own diverse cultural experiences and backgrounds our course community is very important to usA personalised learner journey tailored around your own interests which includes close tutor support in helping you to develop personal, academic, and graduate skills with a focus on long term career planningEmphasis on transferable skills, digital citizenship, graduate employability, and work-based learning opportunities