Media and Communication (Taught)

Reasons to choose Kingston

• Our curriculum covers the most recent developments in media technologies, industries, and cultures, both locally and globally.

• Develop a portfolio of multi-media works through authentic assessments based on real-world contexts.

• A diverse and multicultural learning environment with a student body from different backgrounds, countries, occupations and experience of media.

About this course
The course is suitable for all professions in the media industries. It covers a wide range of communications, marketing, PR, advocacy, problem-solving, and creative skills. A critical understanding of today’s media landscape and communication practices enables you to develop a versatile and rich portfolio of media works while investigating new developments in analogue and digital media and in emerging fields, such as the VR industry, algorithmic governance, experience design, social media psychology, and digital content creation. Through option modules, and the choice between a written or practice-based dissertation, you can research chosen areas in greater depth under the supervision of academic mentors and personal tutors.

Example modules

• From Mass Media to New Media

• Film Adaptation

• TV Production

For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.