Media and English Literature (Hons) York St John University

Overview

In both Literature and Media, we are concerned with how texts and different forms of popular culture are formed by and have an impact upon the world around them. You will investigate the styles, techniques and artistic decisions behind these texts. However, you will also always be thinking about their relevance to the political, social and historical contexts they are part of.

On your literature modules you will have the opportunity to choose from a varied selection of periods and genres. You will not study only well known classics, you will also expand your understanding by going beyond the canon to hear from voices on the margins of literary tradition.

In your Media modules you will broaden your knowledge further by engaging with many different forms of media. You will investigate the history, nature and impact of media. As with our literature modules, you will go beyond a traditional western view of media to take a global view. You will also reflect on the power dynamics behind contemporary media, and consider how media responds to and impacts on the biggest political and social issues of our time.

Career

These broad, versatile subjects can lead to many different careers. This is a great choice if you want to keep your options open. You will gain valuable skills in writing, analytical thinking, creativity, use of digital technology, time management, problem solving, public speaking and more.

This Media and English Literature (Hons) degree at York St John University could be the first step toward your career in:

• Publishing

• Editing and copywriting

• Journalism

• Marketing or PR

• Writing or producing for TV and film

• Advertising