English Language and Media BA (Hons)

COURSE OVERVIEW

English Language and Media explores creative media practice across a wide range of subjects including, radio and video production, digital and social media, journalism, public relations, branding and marketing.

Studying this three-year degree opens up a range of exciting career opportunities by helping you develop skills, which are highly valued by employers.

With 91% of graduates in employment or further study within 6 months after graduating (DLHE 2015) this English Language and Media degree will put you in a great position to succeed in a variety of careers.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND MEDIA EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Students on this course typically develop excellent oral and writing skills and you will learn to present your ideas in a range of formats, along with strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Our graduates are truly international and are employed not just in the UK but all around the world in a wide range of sectors including:

• Journalism
• Media
• Business
• Public Relations
• Digital marketing
• Broadcasting
• TV and radio publishing

Our career support services include:

• Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
• Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
• Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
• Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
• Advice and guidance on postgraduate study and funding
• Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.

We also provide help and advice for Swansea University Alumni up to two years after you graduate.