Program Overview
The Sociology with Media Studies BA (Hons) from the University of Sussex explores the intersection of social structures and media's influence on them. Students develop sociological and media theories, research skills, and hands-on experience through placements and student media projects, preparing them for careers in government, media, and communications. Optional study abroad and placement opportunities provide international and work experience for a global advantage.
Program Outline
Sociology with Media Studies BA (Hons) - University of Sussex
Degree Overview:
This program explores the nature of the social worlds we live in and the role of the media in shaping them. Students will learn from experts who influence debates on topics ranging from gender inequality to the role of media in our cultural and social worlds. The program emphasizes sociological and media theories, developing research skills, and providing hands-on experience through research placements and student media projects.
Outline:
The Sociology with Media Studies BA (Hons) is a major/minor course, allowing students to study in depth in a core area (major subject) while also exploring an additional area (minor subject). The program is structured as follows:
Year 1:
- Core Modules:
- 21st Century Sociology
- Critical Reading and Writing for Sociologists
- Questioning the Media E
- Themes and Perspectives in Sociology I
- Debates in Media Studies B
- Gendering the Life Course
- Making the Familiar Strange
- Themes and Perspectives in Sociology II
Year 2:
- Core Modules:
- Doing Social Research: working with quantitative data
- Media, Memory, History
- Advertising (E)
- Doing Social Research: working with qualitative data
- Options:
- Beyond the Vote: Citizenship and Participation in Sociology
- Class, Culture & Conflict: A View from The Inside
- Health across the Lifecourse
- Resistance Movements in Conflict & War
- Sociology of Emotions and Mental Health
- Classical Sociological Theory
- Education and Inequality
- Migration and Integration (Spr)
- Sociology in a Digital World (Spr)
- Sociology of Emotions and Mental Health
- The Sociology of Human Rights
Year 3:
- Core Modules:
- Sociology Research Proposal
- Revolutionary Media
- Sociology Project
- Options:
- Identity and Interaction
- Migration, Identity, and Home
- Riots, Strikes, Revolts (Aut)
- Sexualities / Intimacies / Intersections (Aut)
- The Cultural Life of Capital Punishment (Aut)
- The Politics of Race in Europe
- Transcendence, Devotion and Desire
Teaching:
The program emphasizes learning from experts who influence debates on relevant topics.
Careers:
Graduates from this program are prepared for careers in government, health, public and human relations, journalism, business, media, and communications. Specific career paths include:
- Working in press offices and public relations departments
- Working for media organizations and institutions
- Pursuing a career in the creative and cultural industries
Other:
The program emphasizes the development of practical, communication, critical thinking, and analytical skills, along with media awareness.
University of Sussex
Overview:
The University of Sussex is a leading, research-intensive university located in Brighton, UK. It is known for its commitment to academic excellence and its focus on creating a vibrant and diverse campus community.
Services Offered:
The university offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Accommodation:
On-campus housing options are available for students, with various types of accommodation to suit different needs and budgets.Student Support:
The university provides comprehensive support services to students, including academic advising, career counseling, and mental health resources.Careers:
The university offers career services to help students find internships, graduate jobs, and develop their career skills.Library:
The university library provides access to a vast collection of books, journals, and online resources.IT Services:
Students have access to a range of IT services, including computer labs, wireless internet, and online learning platforms.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Students at the University of Sussex can expect a vibrant and engaging campus experience. The university offers a wide range of clubs, societies, and sports teams for students to join. The campus is located in a beautiful setting, with easy access to the city of Brighton.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Research Excellence:
The university is renowned for its research excellence, with a strong focus on innovation and impact.World-Class Faculty:
The university boasts a world-class faculty, with experts in a wide range of fields.Vibrant Campus Community:
The university has a diverse and welcoming campus community, with a strong sense of belonging.Location:
The university is located in Brighton, a vibrant and cosmopolitan city with a thriving arts and culture scene.Academic Programs:
The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts and Humanities:
English, History, Philosophy, Music, Theatre, and more.Social Sciences:
Politics, Sociology, Economics, Psychology, and more.Science and Engineering:
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, and more.Business and Management:
Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, and more.Entry Requirements:
UK Requirements:
- A-level: Typical offer ABB-BBB.
- GCSEs: You should have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects. It is not routinely included in the conditions of your offer, but alternative conditions that include the EPQ are sometimes offered.
- Other UK qualifications:
- Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects (including A-level mixes): Typical offer M1 M2 M2. If you have one A-level and two Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects, we would expect you to have grade A at A-level and M2 and M2 in two Pre-Us. If you have two A-levels and a Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subject, we would normally expect you to have grades AB at A-level and M2 in Pre-U.
- International Baccalaureate: Typical offer 30-32 points overall from the full IB Diploma.
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma and one A-level: Typical offer Grade B in A-level and Distinction, Distinction in Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma. Contextual offer Grade B in A-level and Merit, Merit in Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma.
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate and two A-levels: Typical offer Grades BB in A-levels and Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate. Contextual offer Grades BC in A-levels and Merit in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate.
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma): Typical offer DDD-DDM. Contextual offer DMM.
- Scottish Highers: Typical offer AABBB-ABBBB.
- Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced: Typical offer ABB-BBB from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-levels.
International Requirements:
- International Baccalaureate: Typical offer 30-32 points overall from the full IB Diploma.
- European Baccalaureate: Typical offer Overall result of at least 75% to 77%.
Subjects:
- A-levels should be essay-based.
- GCSEs should include good grades in relevant subjects.
- The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma should normally be in Business, Health & Social Care, Public Services or Uniformed Protective Services.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- IELTS (Academic): 6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component.
- Cambridge Advanced Certificate in English (CAE): 169 overall, including at least 162 in each skill.
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): 169 overall, including at least 162 in each skill.
- Pearson (PTE Academic): 59 overall, including at least 59 in all four skills.
- TOEFL (iBT): 80 overall, including at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, 17 in Writing.
Country Exceptions:
- Nationals of the following countries are normally exempt from needing to provide evidence of English: Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, New Zealand, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, United Kingdom, USA.
- Nationals of other countries who have recently completed a qualification equivalent to a UK Bachelors degree or higher in one of these countries are also normally exempt.
Transfers into Year 2:
- Transfers into Year 2 are accepted.
- Transfers into the third or final year are not accepted.
