The Media and Communication course taught me both the historical context of media development and cutting-edge contemporary practices across a range of key media sectors. I particularly enjoyed learning about how the media and politics intertwine, as well as significant contemporary themes such as disinformation and misinformation on social media platforms and strategies to address these challenges. I also found it interesting to examine broader societal themes including social inequalities, gender, race and identities. Some of my most memorable projects were in promotional culture, which explored key topics such as marketing and advertising, communication and sport, digital media and society, political communication, as well as documenting the world and producing the news.

I especially appreciated having both compulsory and optional modules, as they allowed me not only to build a solid understanding of the subject but also to tailor my studies to suit my career interests. Studying such a wide range of engaging topics helped me to clearly map out my path to my final-year dissertation.

It was a real privilege to be taught by globally renowned experts in media and communication. The academic support at Loughborough was invaluable; I met regularly with my personal tutor, who provided guidance and encouragement throughout the course, including when I was exploring opportunities such as a placement or study abroad. Additionally, I received valuable support in my final year from my dissertation tutor, who guided me through any challenges whilst undertaking my first large-scale research project. Outside of this, all of my lecturers were passionate about their subjects and consistently willing to offer guidance, encouraging me to reach my full potential.