Media & Cultural Studies Major/Minor
The programme seeks to nurture students to become knowledgeable, critical and caring users and producers of media and culture. The flexible programme structure draws on a wide range of related courses from the social sciences and humanities. This programme is particularly ideal if you:
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wish to learn more about the concepts behind the world of media and culture
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want to work in creative industry, media and cultural organizations
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intend to pursue research studies in media and cultural studies
It aims to:
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provide you with multi-disciplinary knowledge in the operation of the media and the state of culture;
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enhance your critical understanding of the world of media and culture by exposing them to historical and comparative analyses of the subject; and
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engage students in critical evaluation of media and culture studies in globalization and their impacts on social life in different regional contexts.
General applications enquiry
Ms Liu, Amy Y H
Email: sociug@hku.hk
Student experiences
The internship allowed me to work in a media company, have some first-hand experience and apply key sociological concepts to understand the media.
— Kenny, Alumnus of Media & Cultural Studies
Programme Structure
Introductory courses | Major (no. of credits) | Minor (no. of credits) |
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Disciplinary | 6 | 6 |
Pre-requisites** | 12 | - |
Advanced courses | ||
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Compulsory course | 6 | - |
Core courses | 12 | 12 |
Disciplinary electives# | 30 | 18 |
Capstone experience | 6 | - |
-Faculty of Social Sciences
-Geography
-Politics and Public Administration
-Psychology
-Social Work and Social Administration
-Sociology
# They can enrol in no more than two courses from any single department (excluding SOCI3082). Those who minor in this programme must complete at least three elective courses listed and only one from any single department.
Courses
Disciplinary courses
Compulsory courses
Core courses
Group A (Field foci):
Group B (Methods training):
Elective courses
Plus a wide range of additional electives from the Journalism and Media Studies Centre, Geography, and Faculty of Arts (see Regulations and Syllabuses for complete list).
Capstone
Important note:
Programme/course information shown above are for illustration only. Availability of courses may vary. Please check the relevant regulations and syllabuses for BSocSc students (or your own faculty) for definitive information on programme requirements and course eligibility for your own situation.
Career options
Earning a Major/Minor in media and cultural studies equips you for careers in various sectors, including:
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Public relations, journalism, and communications
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Advertising and marketing
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Film/TV production, digital media and content generation
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Publishing and editorial work
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Cultural organisations and arts management
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Social and market research
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Charitable, counselling, and voluntary organisations
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Teaching and education
These roles are just a few examples of the numerous opportunities available with a Major/Minor in media and cultural studies. The skills you acquire will enable you to seamlessly transition into a diverse range of career paths. Some roles may require further training/qualifications.
Important dates
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BSocSc students typically declare their major at the end of their first year of study.
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Students from other faculties should consult their own faculty for information on when to declare a major/minor.