22Jun
UndergraduateGoldsmiths, University of London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
The BA Anthropology & Media programme combines anthropological and communications theories to provide you with a better understanding of cultural diversity, and a critical knowledge of communication processes in the Digital Age. Why study BA Anthropology & Media at Goldsmiths
- You'll be taught by some of the leading names in anthropology, media, communications and cultural studies. And you'll have access to industry-standard practice facilities.
- You'll receive a solid grounding in anthropological methodology and practice, and in key media debates including representation, and symbolism. Most importantly, you'll learn how to apply these insights to the contemporary world.
- You'll develop the practical and transferable skills to help you find a career in media or anthropology – our recent graduates are now working as news readers, editors, journalists, producers, and photographers.
- You’ll be able to specialise and design your own learning experience in the third year, choosing four Anthropology modules, and two Media, Communications, and Cultural Studies (MCCS) modules.
- We regularly host industry debates and talks by international figures; recent guests have included Danny Boyle, Gurinder Chadha and Noel Clark.
- The Department of Media, Communications and Cultural Studies has been ranked 2nd in the UK for 'world-leading or internationally excellent' research (Research Excellence Framework, 2021) and 11th in the world in the 2023 QS World Rankings by Subject for communication and media studies.
- The Department of Anthropology has been rated top 10 in the UK for anthropology in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023.
Modules
Year 1 (credit level 4) In your first year you'll take the following compulsory modules: Being Related Approaches to Contemporary Anthropology Anthropological Methods Media History and Politics Key Debates in Media Studies Culture and Cultural Studies Film and the Audiovisual: Theory and Analysis Year 2 (credit level 5) In your second year, you'll take the following compulsory modules: The Goldsmiths Elective Cross-Platform Media Practice 1 Anthropology option modules You'll also take 45 credits of option modules from the Department of Anthropology. Option module availability is subject to change, and recent examples include: Critical Ecologies: black, indigenous and transnational feminist approaches Anthropology and Political Economy Thinking Anthropologically Thinking Through Race Indigenous Cosmopolitics, Anthropology and Global Justice Anthropology of Religion Working with Images Anthropology in Public Practice Politics, Economics and Social Change Media, Communications and Cultural Studies option modules You'll also take 30 credits of option modules (1 or 2) from a list provided annually by the Department of Media, Communications and Cultural Studies. Year 3 (credit level 6) In your final year you have the opportunity to design your own learning experience. Anthropology modules You'll choose 60 credits of option modules from the Department of Anthropology from a list provided annually by the Department. Please note that you will only be able to complete the Individual Project in Anthropology if you are not completing a Dissertation in Media. Media, Communications and Cultural Studies modules You'll choose 30 credits of option modules from a list provided annually by the Department of Media, Communications and Cultural Studies. You'll also complete one of the two following compulsory modules: Cross-Platform Media Practice 2 or Dissertation 30 credits Please note that due to staff research commitments not all of these modules may be available every year.
Assessment method
You’ll be assessed by a variety of methods, depending on your module choices. These include coursework assignments such as extended essays, reports, presentations, practice-based projects or essays/logs, group projects and reflective essays, as well as seen and unseen written examinations.
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- LP63
- Institution code:
- G56
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits
Scottish Higher - BBBBC
Scottish Advanced Higher - BBC
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 33 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H2, H2
T Level - M
We don’t assume you have any knowledge of anthropology, and welcome applications from anyone with arts, social studies or science backgrounds.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with a 6.0 in writing and no element lower than 5.5 |
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
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Provider information
Goldsmiths, University of London
New Cross
Lewisham
SE14 6NW