On this course you will combine the study of media with a language (Chinese, French, German, Italian or Spanish, from beginners or advanced level). You will develop written and oral skills and learn about cultural aspects related to the chosen language. The Media Studies topics include television and radio; film and video; digital media and computer games; journalism. With technical, multilingual and practical skills, you will be well-equipped for the global workplace.

All language modules include written skills (e.g. translation and essay writing) and oral skills taught by a native speaker.

Optional modules available in modern languages allow you to gain insight into the cinema, literature, history, and culture of the country whose language you are studying. Within Media Studies, you will have the opportunity to study a range of different aspects of journalism, film and media production that will provide you with opportunities to develop and explore your own interests, and make use of well-equipped studios that will provide you with practical as well as theoretical knowledge.

There are also extra-curricular activities that will both boost your subject knowledge and allow you to get to know your fellow students. These include cultural and social events organised by student-run societies in the academic departments. In addition, Pontio – Bangor University’s Arts and Innovation Centre – means that there will be a range of plays, films and other performances only a short walk away from where many of your classes will be taking place.

Why choose Bangor University for this course?

• The fantastic opportunity to broaden your horizons during a year abroad.
• Top 10 for German, French and Spanish (Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020).
• Flexible degree structure to tailor the course to your interests.
• Film Studies has a fully equipped media centre with editing suites, production studios, media and digital media equipment.

For the Modern Languages element, you will have 3-4 hours of language classes per week plus classes in your Modern Languages optional modules. Tuition is mainly in small groups and there are few formal lectures. Assessment involves coursework and written and oral examinations

Your classes for Media Studies will include a mixture of lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops and viewing sessions. These will have a practical and theoretical focus. Assessment on Media Studies modules varies from one module to another, and often combines a mixture of examinations and coursework assignments.

You will also complete a dissertation as part of your degree, and you will normally have approximately 10-12 hours of classes per week.

Studying a course such as Modern Languages and Media Studies equips you with a range of skills that are relevant to a wide variety of careers. Students with expertise in these areas often go into jobs in areas such as teaching, translating, creative industries and media. In addition, they also embark upon successful careers in the public sector, marketing, business, commerce and public relations. In other words, you will gain a range of skills that are valued highly by employers from a wide variety of different sectors.

All of our media programmes combine academic study with practical experience, meaning that you acquire the skills you need while developing your creativity.