Sociology With Media Studies Bsc (hons) in University of Portsmouth, UK

Sociology With Media Studies Bsc (hons) in University of Portsmouth

The media plays a big part in shaping society. If you want to explore what drives social trends and how the media shapes our society, this course is for you.

You’ll explore pressing contemporary social issues and get an understanding of specialist areas of sociological study, while developing the knowledge and skills to expertly dissect the media.

When you complete this course you'll also be primed for a career in anything from health and social care to the creative industries.

Careers and opportunities

When you complete this degree course, our Careers and Employability team can work with you to find the employment that you need to kick-start your career.

What can you do with a Sociology degree?

You'll have the knowledge and skills to pursue a career or further training in areas such as:

• teaching and lecturing
• research
• health and social care
• advertising
• marketing and media
• local government
• community development
• careers advice
• teaching
• charity work
• human resources and recruitment
• business administration and personnel management
• media research
• public relations and marketing
• journalism
• publishing
• new media development

What jobs can you do with a Sociology degree?

Some of our alumni have gone on to work for big names such as the BBC, Warner Bros and Universal Pictures International. Roles our graduates have taken on include:

• production manager
• sound and vision engineer
• film/video producer
• advertising journalist
• assistant publicist
• PR and communications officer

You could also continue your studies at postgraduate level or set up a business with help and support from the University.

After you leave the University, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years as you advance in your career.

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