English Literature and Media & Culture BA (Hons)

**Overview**Studied in combination, these subject areas enable you to study English literature in its varied contexts of its production alongside the media forms and phenomena that shape and reflect contemporary society. English Literature at Worcester will introduce you to cutting-edge thinking in spheres as diverse as Shakespeare in translation, children’s literature, contemporary American writing and ecocriticism. Media & Culture examines how the media, TV and digital communication shape society, its values and politics – and, as a result, identity and human experience.**Key features**- Study diverse literatures emanating from the sixteenth through to the twenty-first centuries – and encompassing both ‘canonical’ and ‘marginal’ texts- Opportunities to play an active role in local and regional literature festivals, related events and a work project module- Innovative, contemporary and important topics including ‘Green Media’, ‘War’, ‘Democracy and the Media’ and ‘Gender’- Strong emphasis on employability and graduate progression throughout the course with the opportunity to take up a work project and volunteering activities- Opportunity to study at a partner university abroad- Tailor your course to your individual needs with a joint honours course **Learn more about the course at our Open Days**Visiting us is the best way to get a feel for student life at the University of Worcester. You'll find out more about the course at our subject specific talks, and have the opportunity speak to staff, students and recent graduates about what it’s really like to study at Worcester.Book your place at www.worcester.ac.uk/open-days