Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Publishing Media] From Oxford Brookes University

Publishing is a dynamic, constantly changing and exciting field that cuts across all media and encompasses a vast range of activities in many different industry sectors Ð magazines, journals, books, and digital. Come and study at one of the leading centres for publishing education in the world, where the undergraduate Publishing Media programme,offered by Oxford Brookes University, covers all aspects of this high-profile creative industry.

Why choose this course?

• teaching from highly qualified staff in a lively and exciting department that provides an excellent standard of teaching
• excellent employment prospects through unrivalled access to work experience and the department's own vacancy list of jobs in publishing
• excellent facilities, including a purpose-built publishing IT suite and a range of resources in the library
• the opportunity to meet industry professionals and publishing celebrities, and a network of alumni in all sectors of publishing
• specialist careers advice, including our Working in Publishing day, when you can meet a variety of industry professionals
• the excitement of the world of publishing as you explore the intriguing and creative tension between commerce and culture.

Teaching and learning

Our staff have wide practical experience in publishing - indeed, these courses are the only ones of their kind where all staff have worked in the publishing industry.

Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops - these bring the opportunity to acquire practical skills under tutor supervision. We make significant use of innovative teaching methods such as role play, group work, problem solving and assessed presentations.

Approach to assessment

Assessment is mostly on the basis of coursework. Coursework can involve report writing, essays, case studies, or preparation of group or individual presentations. It is designed to help you develop a wide range of transferable skills in research, communication and team working. By the end of your course, you will have built up a personal portfolio which you can show to prospective employers.