BA (Hons) American Studies / Media and Communications Canterbury Christ Church University

Program Description

If you use Instagram or Snapchat, if you play computer games or the latest music, if you binge on Netflix, or if you want to be a vlogger, then Media and Communications is the degree for you. We’ll help you design webpages, write copy and explore and apply techniques of advertising and public relations. We’ll show you how the media is regulated and how it works, as well as aiding you to reach as wide an audience as possible. As the media and communication industries continue to grow there will be many opportunities to find a career within them.The world of media and communications is fast-moving and fascinating. Take social media, for example, where companies are using and selling personal data and world leaders are sharing their views on foreign policy. On this course you'll get right under the skin of media and communications, and you'll be able to choose areas of study that most interest you. From publishing, advertising and branding to social media and creative digital production, you'll gain a solid skills set that will give you the confidence to forge a career in this exciting industry.

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