Film Studies and Media (Hons) York St John University

Overview

Joint Honours degrees are a great way to expand your learning and study 2 academic subjects simultaneously. These subjects complement each other and allow you to cover a broad range of topics. Modules in both areas focus on the interaction and cultural exchange between different forms of communication and cultural expression. By studying the two together you will take this multi perspective approach even further.

In Film Studies we do not consider film in isolation, but also in terms of its relationship with comic books, video games, television, popular culture and the digital landscape. 

In Media you will take a wider view of popular culture, which includes film but also advertising, digital media, television and much more. you will study the history, nature and impact of media across all of these forms. This means investigating power dynamics in the media, and considering how media responds to impacts upon contemporary social and political issues.

Career

Through this Film Studies and Media (Hons) degree programme at York St John University you will gain varied and valuable skills which can lead to a variety of different career paths. Some are directly related to film and media, while others allow you to apply your skills more broadly. You will learn to think critically and creatively, form logical arguments and articulate your opinions, use digital technology, work independently and in teams, and manage your own work.

This degree could be the first step toward your career in:

• Writing or producing for TV and film

• Location manager

• Marketing, PR and communications

• Media buyer

• Advertising

• Culture and heritage