ABOUT THE COURSE
Got a passion for English? Looking for a degree that can open up a wide range of professional careers? Solent University’s English and media degree programme combines two versatile subjects to create an excellent foundation for careers in marketing, PR, post-production, journalism, publishing and much more.
Solent University’s English and media programme encourages students to think in new and imaginative ways about fiction, drama, poetry and language, as well as providing practical media training.
Taught by knowledgeable researchers and industry professionals, students examine western and non-western cultural contexts and the significance of media and literature in shaping identity, ideology, representations and politics – all the time discussing the contrasts and similarities between the two arts.
Learners also study the literary greats and hone their writing skills through assessed exercises and group projects. These skills can then feed into practical digital media, video, radio and photographic production projects.
Students are encouraged to work with others on these projects, mirroring professional working practises and teaching students to effectively work with students from other creative disciplines.
English and media at Solent aims to combine real-world experience with creative and technical teaching. As such, students are supported as they look for work experience. Past students have been involved in producing audio-visual content at Glastonbury music festival and Cowes Week sailing regatta to name just a few.
Students also have the option to undertake a sandwich year and study abroad at one of our partner institutions.
YOUR FUTURE
Suitable roles for graduates include:
- TV research
- Journalism
- TV post-production
- Marketing
- PR
- Advertising
- Teaching
- Writing
- Publishing
- Management and administration.
INDUSTRY LINKS
During the course you’ll have the opportunity to work on live briefs set by industry professionals, and to use the course team’s close ties with the industry to secure valuable work experience.
You’ll also receive visits from advertising and creative agencies such as D&AD, Young Creative Network (YCN) and the Institute of Direct and Digital Marketing (IDM), as well as having access to a programme of guest lectures from the industry.
Recent speakers have included:
- Michael Apted (film director)
- Sir Alan Parker (film director)
- Ed Byrne (comedian)
- Julian Unthank (Oscar-shortlisted writer)
- Zoë Ball (radio presenter)
- Jeff Taylor (assistant film director).
PLACEMENTS
Work experience is a key part of study at Solent and you’ll be supported in finding placement opportunities. You’ll also have the option of undertaking a freelancing unit in the third year, working through our Solent Creatives agency on briefs from real-world clients.
Students have been involved in producing audio-visual content at Glastonbury music festival, Cowes Week sailing regatta and other high-profile events.
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