Course summary

The BA Digital Media, Culture and Linguistics offers an innovative and interdisciplinary education that explores the dynamic interplay between digital media, cultural practices, and linguistic theory. This unique programme empowers students to critically engage with contemporary cultural phenomena while acquiring essential skills in digital media production and linguistic analysis. In the Digital Media component, students investigate how digital technologies shape communication, creativity, and cultural engagement across diverse contexts. The curriculum encompasses a wide range of topics, including social media dynamics, digital storytelling, content creation, and the effects of digital platforms on cultural representation and identity. Students learn to critically analyse digital media texts and practices, examining how technology influences the production and dissemination of cultural content. Practical training in digital media production equips students with the skills necessary to create compelling digital work, enhancing their understanding of the contemporary media landscape and its impact on cultural narratives. The Linguistics component provides students with a solid foundation in the principles of linguistic theory and analysis. The curriculum covers essential aspects of phonetics, syntax, semantics, and sociolinguistics, enabling students to explore the structure and function of language. Students engage with key themes such as language variation, language and identity, and the role of language in society, examining how linguistic practices intersect with cultural phenomena. Through the study of diverse languages and linguistic traditions, students develop critical skills in linguistic analysis, fostering a nuanced understanding of how language shapes and reflects cultural identities. By combining these two disciplines, the BA Digital Media, Culture and Linguistics programme equips graduates with a unique blend of critical analytical skills, linguistic proficiency, and digital literacy. This interdisciplinary approach prepares students for diverse career opportunities in media, cultural production, education, language technology, and research, empowering them to contribute meaningfully to discussions about the role of digital media in shaping cultural narratives and identities through language.