Dear Prithuyasha,

This type of degree will cover a range of topics depending on which university you decide to attend.

The first year will introduce students to a range of theories and research exploring the role of the media in society.

Second- and third-year modules will delve deeper and may explore the media’s impact on feminism, war, race, crime, body image, politics and sport.

Many media and communications degrees will also cover the techniques utilised to make films, documentaries, mobile media, radio technology and video games.

Most courses will also include a dissertation in the third year.

The most obvious career pathways for media and communications graduates is work in film, television, radio and other types of journalism.

Other career options may involve working in publishing, local government, marketing, public relations, theatre and teaching and education.