University Foundation in English, media, drama and writing Leading to Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Media Studies

Navitas Group - Anglia Ruskin University College

UK,England

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 11,600/year

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CAD 0 FREE

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UK, England

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1858

Total Students: 25,000 +

Int. Students: 2,300 +

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Main Campus Address

Anglia Ruskin University, Eastings Building,, East Road, Cambridge CB1 1PT, United Kingdom

University Foundation in English, media, drama and writing Leading to Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Media Studies

Program Overview

University Foundation in English, media, drama and writing Stage1 at Anglia Ruskin University is designed to prepare you for entry to university-level program. During Stage 1 you will complete a range of modules relevant to your chosen degree, as well as modules concentrating on the skills that are vital for University level education such as Critical Thinking.

Foundation
A Foundation pathway is available for students who:

  • Don’t meet the entry requirements to enter university level study directly (but hold GCSE level qualifications)
  • Feel that additional support at the start of university studies will help them stand a better chance of success
  • Have been away from studies for a period of time
  • Come from a different academic environment to that of the UK
  • Require additional English language training

If you fall into any of the above categories, choosing an undergraduate pathway at ARU College is the right decision. Depending on your academic needs here at ARU College.

Progressing from Foundation
Stage 1 will be the first stage in the 4 stage process. Meaning that on successful completion of stage 1 you will seamlessly progress to stage 2, which is the first year of a bachelor’s degree. There is no need to reapply, you will simply just progress between each stage until you reach the final stage and graduate with a degree from ARU College.

BA (Hons) Media and Communication
Our English and writing courses let you develop your own style of writing and explore facets of English language, literature and linguistics that fascinate you. And we give you industry insight through links with creative organisations.

Our film and media courses let you to explore the culture of communication, and develop your own style of media production – while focusing on the skills and knowledge valued by employers.

Investigate all aspects of media, from broadcast media to cyberspace, by studying our full-time Media Studies degree in Cambridge, ARU. Choose to study abroad for one semester, and get support to find work placements. Combine media practice with critical thinking to become an all-round professional, ready for a career in today’s fast-moving media industry.

  • Our Media and Film Studies courses ranked 4th in the UK for 'Satisfied with Teaching' in The Guardian University Guide 2018
  • Explore many different types of media practice, including filmmaking, coding, radio production, and digital publishing
  • Take part in work placements with media organisations such as BBC Radio Cambridgeshire and Cambridge Style Magazine
  • Learn the history of media as well as the latest theories
  • Study abroad for one semester, and apply for funding to help cover the cost

Our BA (Hons) Media Studies degree combines creative practice and critical thinking. You will engage with a wide range of ideas central to understanding our 21st century media environment.

Central to your studies will be critical approaches to media, technology, culture, and identity. You’ll explore current issues around our data driven society through modules in digital media theory and law, culture and technology.

Television studies will also feature prominently, as well as modules that theorise popular culture and examine music, society and culture. You’ll learn to analyse and debate the latest theories and discover the impact of media on all our lives. In particular, our Online Journalism module will allow you to combine both the practical and theoretical frameworks to understand the ethical responsibility of journalism in a 'post-truth' age.

On our optional modules you can explore your interests or specialise your knowledge for a particular career, with topics including digital publishing (building apps), documentary filmmaking, radio production, animation, and computer coding. You’ll also have the opportunity to carry out a work placement, or produce a commissioned product, in the area of your choice.

On all of our modules, you will work with industry-standard equipment and software, including both PC and Macintosh computers with the full range of Adobe software including Premiere, Photoshop and After Effects.

The media is central to today's global and interconnected society. We’ll help you make connections in an industry that influences politics, economics and the rest of our culture.

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