Is the media simply a network of channels for the information and entertainment we want to receive? Or for what others want us to remember? Does it serve us, guide us or lead us? How could it be manipulated? Should any person’s life be fair game for public consumption? Come and ask the questions that might well have a bearing on your life.
Although flair and raw talent still matter when it comes to finding career opportunities, there is a current trend for entrants to get specific skills and the right experience. For example, you’ll want to develop an appreciation of business to understand your clients. You’ll need to learn to work quickly as part of a team because deadlines are very unforgiving. You will also need to be excellent at presenting yourself as well as your ideas. You will want to put the techniques you learn into practice as soon as possible, so it will benefit you enormously to seek out experience with the student press, campus radio and on various work placements.
Typical graduate destinations include:
“All of the lecturers with the Media department had experience – whether in television, radio, newspapers… it also meant they could get some great guest speakers and lecturers. The advice, support and knowledge of my lecturers and guest speakers at the University definitely helped me into my career.” Find out more about Gemma Wright 3rd Assistant Director BA (Hons) Media and Communications Studies
"Going to university can be a scary and exciting chapter of your life and picking one is probably the hardest part. I chose the University of Wolverhampton for the location. I never knew it was going to mean so much more to me." BA (Hons) English Language and Media and Communication Studies
The School is also proud to have a dedicated Institute of Media Arts which is a centre of excellence providing top flight professional development opportunities to people working in the industry.
