Media, Society and Culture BA (Hons)
University of Leicester
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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SEP-25

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3 - 4 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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3 - 4 Years

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Media and society have a complicated relationship. Why is this? It’s an increasingly important question, and one you’ll tackle through in-depth study of the key debates and theories that underpin it.Our BA in Media, Society and Culture is for those with a deep interest in the media but who are also keen to explore wider sociological questions, and who want to develop knowledge and skills relevant to jobs outside, as well as inside, the media arena.There is no better city than Leicester to ...Read more

Media and society have a complicated relationship. Why is this? It’s an increasingly important question, and one you’ll tackle through in-depth study of the key debates and theories that underpin it.Our BA in Media, Society and Culture is for those with a deep interest in the media but who are also keen to explore wider sociological questions, and who want to develop knowledge and skills relevant to jobs outside, as well as inside, the media arena.There is no better city than Leicester to explore fundamental sociological concepts such as ethnicity, migration and social class. The University has been at the forefront of media and sociology research, with over 100 years of combined expertise in these subjects. This course has been designed to make the most of that expertise. We are ranked as one of the top 15 places in the UK to study Communication and Media Studies*.You will learn about a range of interdisciplinary theoretical and methodological approaches to the study of media and social issues and will obtain the ability to apply these to contemporary issues and debates. We offer a diverse range of optional modules from both media and sociology, allowing you to tailor your degree to your personal interests.Our supportive and stimulating learning environment will help you to develop the ability to work independently and will foster skills in critical analysis, communication, research methods, group work and employability.*The Complete University Guide 2021NB. This course was previously named Media and Society BA

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
36/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
15th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
36th
Media Studies
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
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90%
Average salary
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Media Studies graduate salary at this uni
£16,000
UK Media Studies graduate salary
£17,000
Sociology
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
93%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Sociology graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
UK Sociology graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
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Lucy Akua
01 Mar 24

It is very diverse and there is support for whatever help you may..Read more

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Josh
29 Feb 24

The student union offers lots of useful resources, such as optional lectures to help with essay writing, note-taking and reading, job applications, among many others. The campus..Read more

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D:30 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

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Extended Project:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

30 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

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Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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T Level:

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Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

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Qualification accepted. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk

Qualification accepted. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk

Qualification accepted. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk

Considered alongside other qualifications. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk

Considered alongside other qualifications. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk

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Qualification accepted. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk

Considered alongside other qualifications. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk

Considered alongside other qualifications. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk

Considered alongside other qualifications. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk

Considered alongside other qualifications. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Considered alongside other qualifications. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk

Qualification accepted. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk

Considered alongside other qualifications. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk

Popular A-level subjects

Sociology

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Psychology
36%
History
36%
Sociology
35%
English Literature
31%
Religious Studies & Theology
18%
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Media Studies

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Media Studies
52%
English Literature
35%
Psychology
21%
Sociology
20%
Film Studies
17%
HESA

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Lucy Akua
01 Mar 24
Media and Communication BA (Hons)
It is very diverse and there is support for whatever help you may...
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Josh
29 Feb 24
Media and Communication BA (Hons)
The student union offers lots of useful resources, such as optional lectures to help with essay writing, note-taking and reading, job applications, among many others. The campus...
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University of Leicester
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