BA(Hons) Media and English Literature: University of Brighton

Course details

This course brings together successful modules from existing media and literature routes to provide an alternative undergraduate pathway.

The media route develops production skills and critical awareness of television, film and ICT. Particular emphasis is placed on the cross-cultural cross-fertilisation of media theory and practices. Media exemplars which are the subject of analysis are drawn from a range of cultures and nations. The English literature route focuses on literature in different social contexts.

Career and progression opportunities

Careers include publishing, journalism and the media, business, and the public services, English literature and media teaching. Postgraduate opportunities include teaching and research.

Entry requirements

• A-levels: BBC, (typically tanslates to 280 points in the UCAS tariff). Applicants with only 2 full A-levels or a double award will be considered on an individual basis. Must include a B in English literature or English combined. Excludes General Studies.
• International Baccalaureate: 30 points, specified subjects.
• QAA-approved access course: acceptable; subject-specific units.
• GCSE (minimum grade C): at least 3 subjects including English language and mathematics or a science.
• Foundation degree/HND/HNC direct to year 2.
• For non-native speakers of English: IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 6 in all four skills.