Meet Freddie
Journalism, Media and Culture BA
About my course
It's a great way to investigate the subjects you are most curious about. It teaches you to network, meeting new interviewees to contribute to projects you have a genuine interest in. Also our industry professional teachers are friendly, personable and take time with you.
My advice to anyone applying for this course is to write a good personal statement. Don’t worry too much about predicted grades and contact the course director to show yourself as a person and not just a UCAS number.
Student societies
The social aspect of university has been brilliant. I play a lot of golf, water polo, 5 a side, cricket and I like to run. I also spend time at the pub with friends.
Joining a society is crucial, it's been my main route to making friends. It’s a way to integrate yourself properly into the university ecosystem to make the most of your time.
University sport is so important and has done a lot for me in terms of staying active.
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