How to do Media and Cultural Studies

"How to do Media and Cultural Studies" provides an essential student guide to the process of research and writing. Aimed at any student about to start on an extended essay or dissertation it covers all the key stages - from formulating a research question to writing up. It covers both quantitative and qualitative methods - Includes separate chapters of how to analyze media and cultural texts, industries and audiences - Works through a series of key examples of media and cultural research - Includes a list of useful library resources and essential web sites Suitable for use as a coursebook, this book can also be used independently by students. No other book provides such an accessible and practical guide. "How to do Media and Cultural Studies" is an essential purchase for all media, communication, film and cultural studies students.