Media & Culture BA (Hons)

Daniel Filip

I have learned about so many different exciting topics – ranging from social media coverage to popular culture in films and music, to media presence during War events…really, there is everything (and more) that you could think of covered within this course. The variety of different approaches to lectures was also a very welcome feature, as it kept the workflow exciting and non-repetitive. We had plenty of critical seminars – involving practical tasks within social media platforms, a very useful placement in an organisation of our choice, and helpful sessions with professionals from the field of Media and Culture. All these features combined have exceedingly prepared me for a career within the field of Media and Culture. I am currently working for a business where I am in charge of the social media presence of the company for several different platforms. In my spare time, I also work on different exciting activities, such as blogging and fundraising.

Emily Branigan

Since completing my Media and Culture Degree I have been accepted onto a Master’s course in English. My undergraduate course helped me develop my academic interests through stimulating lectures, guest speakers and engaging seminar discussions with fellow students. I also managed to complete my third-year modules and a first-class dissertation during the first peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, with consistent and helpful support from all lecturers. It was an amazing experience that encouraged me to continue my academic career.

Alex Moss

"Our lecturers were great, moving to online teaching in such a short amount of time and changing assignments that were meant to be done in-person to fit with the circumstances and providing the support needed for that change did help" 

 “I have thought about the possibility of returning to Worcester to do a Master’s or possibly a PhD but for now I am hoping to continue working, gain some experience, and just see where it takes me."

Chloe Murphy

"Studying Media and Culture has been a very enjoyable experience and one which I am glad I have had. From the range of topics including social media to the potential future of technology and much more covered, to engaging lecture styles (both in-person and online) both have made studying so much more interesting. A great course to study in my opinion!"

Sophie Pontillo

My experience of studying Media and Culture at Worcester has been positive, even during Covid. Due to the range of learning styles provided and the contemporary subject matter taught, I have been able to develop prior skills and explore new styles of learning, communicating, and engaging with subjects and people. Most importantly to me, I have been able to find like-minded people in both my fellow students and my lecturers. I feel so encouraged and supported to pursue ideas (and challenges) because of this. My university experience wouldn’t have been the same without the opportunities this course has given me.

Aimee Boden

"The Media and Culture course gives you excellent opportunities that help prepare you for the workplace. This includes interactive sessions with guest speakers from industries including marketing and PR, social and youth work and social media-based technology companies. As a result of these sessions, I was able to build up my professional network in person and on LinkedIn. From day one I felt supported in my learning. As the class numbers were smaller, I felt that I was able to have more support throughout lectures, seminars and tutorials."

Teodora Axente

I came to Worcester from Galati in Romania to study joint honours in Media & Culture and Sociology. This was undoubtedly one of the best decisions I could have ever taken; the course matched my interests entirely and has been truly inspiring, as I have expanded my knowledge of some really challenging topics. It was also extremely helpful that some of my lecturers happened to teach across both subjects.

Since graduating I continue to have a particular interest in the concept of ‘moral panics’ and have been given the opportunity to collaborate with Health courses and to deliver a session on moral panics and dementia, which is a great honour for me. At the moment I am also working within Communication and Participation Department as an Administrator and I am helping on events such as Open Days and Corporate Events. I am very grateful for the opportunity to work in such an active and productive climate, where I can effectively use skills learnt during my academic study.

Anthony Ball

Anthony Ball graduated with a 2:1 degree in Joint Honours Media & Culture and History. He is now ‘a project manager/analyst’ at an app development company, working with a whole range of different clients, largest being Cisco and Amadeus Travel. Anthony is off to Dubai with Cisco in October.

Roseanne Spaughton

I found the course really interesting and inspiring and all the lecturers were really supportive in helping me get a job. I also  really enjoyed all the classes and what we learned on the Media and Cultural Studies Degree Course. I now work for Sunshine Radio.

Reeta Haverinen

Studying Media & Cultural Studies has been the most eye opening experience for me. I never actually realised the power that the media exert on the lives of people on a regular basis.  During my studies, I developed a much deeper understanding of the media and their meanings and I also learnt to evaluate different media forms as sources of information. I developed a critical understanding of different theoretical perspectives on media phenomena. 

What I appreciated most was the way in which Media & Cultural Studies was planned and organised at the University of Worcester, with different modules emphasising different aspects of media and culture. Modules include some that concentrate on gender representations in the media; others enable students to gain a deeper understanding of the way in which we view things - for example, how television in our everyday lives impacts on our decision making and values. I can honestly say that my world view has changed as a result of my learning on the course.

Aliss Hadley

After studying Media and Cultural Studies at the University of Worcester, I was lucky enough to find graduate employment within weeks of handing in my dissertation. I joined MediaCom in June 2011 as a trainee and have been working on well-known brands, such as MG and Bentley, for over a year. The company enrolled me onto the IPA foundation course, which I passed in 2012. As the media industry is all about networking, I often get to go on amazing trips - to concerts, live comedy, even the Olympics!  

Ashley Boyd

Studying Media & Cultural Studies provided me with many study options, ranging from theoretical to practical topics. The University environment encourages individual growth and you don’t just feel like another student. The lecturers are engaging and are always available to help you. I would recommend the course to anyone with an interest in the media and the desire to explore them in greater depth.

Laurie-Anne Heath

Studying Media & Cultural Studies has been extremely interesting. It has taught me much about the mediated culture in which we live. The media and gender classes have been very enjoyable as they prompted wide-ranging discussion, and I always went away wanting to understand more about the topic.

Being able to look at a wide variety of media kept me interested and made the media classes the most enjoyable of those that I undertook during my three years studying at the University.

Jodie-Marie Preddy

After graduating from Worcester, I have been studying for my Masters in Gender, Sexuality and Culture. It was during my time at Worcester, that I began to explore issues of gender and sexuality; I am now hoping to take these interests further and to develop them as the basis of a future career. I really enjoyed my time on the Media & Cultural Studies course. I now work for MEC Global, working on the development of the Nintendo brand.