For over 50 years, Cultural Studies has been at the heart of the social science we publish at Sage. From Stuart Hall’s classic Representation, to Angela McRobbie’s acclaimed The Aftermath of Feminism, to Chris Barker’s international bestseller Cultural Studies: Theory and Practice, we publish critical and engaging books for students and scholars alike.

Our books sit alongside a world-class journal collection, providing high-quality, peer-reviewed, cutting-edge content covering a range of topics from consumer to games to material culture.

Media, communication and cultural studies are disciplines that have been published at Sage for over fifty years now. We are proud to have built such a well-respected list of leading journals, textbooks for all courses and levels, and critically acclaimed titles from top thinkers in the field. We believe in beautiful books, critical thinking and innovative resources that support research and teaching, and help shape the future of media studies.

Explore insights on a changing landscape

From sustainability and climate communication to diversity, mental health, and the rise of artificial intelligence, today’s media landscape is shaped by urgent global challenges and evolving ethical debates. With that in mind, we put together expert insights to support teaching and equip students to critically engage with the most pressing topics in the fields.

Why it matters and how to make it work

Learning doesn’t have to stay inside four walls. Some of the most powerful, memorable teaching moments happen outdoors — and as a trainee teacher, now’s the time to explore how to make that happen.

Teach Communication & Media with Sage

Complement your teaching and enhance your students’ engagement 

At Sage Publishing, we are committed to being an inclusive organization where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect. We believe that diversity is one of the cornerstones of a vibrant culture and we seek to promote the benefits of diversity in all of our activities. We welcome applications for our open editor positions from people of all backgrounds, irrespective of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief. 

Learn more about Sage journals’ research impact through the following areas: 

• Impact Factor and rankings results
• Article and journal level metrics
• Sage and DORA

Impact Factor & Ranking Results

*From the Journal Citation Reports (Web of Science Group, 2025)
 

Complement your teaching and enhance your students’ engagement

We get it, sometimes it feels like there’s nowhere near enough time with your students, especially when you’re juggling supporting study skills alongside teaching another discipline. That's why we compiled some tangible, easily actionable advice and practical resources to help you boost your support right now, without adding much to your workload. 

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As a global independent publisher, we are at the forefront of research and scholarship, marked by our influential journals, textbooks, and learning resources that unite theory and practice.​