Overview

Why study BA English Language and Media at Middlesex?

Our unique course appeals to students interested in producing or understanding media texts, how language works and how to use language to create particular effects. Throughout the course you will combine work on theory and practice to gain knowledge and understanding of the way in which media and English collaborate.
Our course will give you core analytical skills so you can apply linguistic knowledge in producing, understanding and analysing texts, as well as gaining knowledge of theories of language, media and media language. You will develop your own projects and investigations, with practical independent and group work to develop your professional and communication skills in preparation for the working world.

Course highlights:

As part of the thriving School of Media and Performing Arts, you will be based in the Grove, an £80m state-of-the-art learning facility, with professional standard TV and radio studios, art editing and digital publishing labs

You will develop practical, hands-on skills in media production and you can choose from a wide variety of media options, enabling you to focus on your own areas of interest

We have long standing relationships with the media industry across the capital, from small independents to the BBC, including highly successful on-going work experience schemes

You will learn directly from a wide range of successful creative writers and journalists through events like the North London Literary Festival and talks from guest speakers

Programme Structure

What will you study?

Our course combines theory with practice at all levels and explores the connections between language and media work.

In your first year you will look at media in a range of contexts, studying the role of media in contemporary society and exploring the relationship between media, culture and power. You will also develop key skills in media analysis, which will support your progression through the course, and look at practical media production processes across a range of platforms.
In your second year you will explore language and linguistics in more detail and develop research techniques in preparation for your final year independent project. You will have the option to develop your media production skills further or explore communication techniques in a range of professional situations, including presentations, announcements, interviews and press releases.
In you final year of study you will look at the creation of meaning, particularly in terms of contemporary media. You will also work on your independent project and choose from optional modules, allowing you to specialise and focus more on your own particular media interests.

What will you gain?

Alongside the development of your language skills and understanding of media, you will be involved in hands-on individual and group project work, helping you learn how to work effectively independently and within a team. These experiences ensure you are fully prepared for employment on completion of the course

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

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More details

October EU/International induction: September

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Qualifications accepted

We normally make offers on a minimum of 260 UCAS tariff points including C at A-Level English Language, English Literature or English Language and Literature plus GCSE English Language at C or above, or overseas equivalent. Mature students without traditional school qualifications are welcome to apply.

International Entry Requirements

We accept the equivalent of the above from a recognised overseas qualification. To find out more about the requirements from your country, see further information under support in your country. For details of other equivalent requirements that Middlesex accepts see entry requirements.

English language requirements for international students

You must have competence in English language and we normally require Grade C GCSE or an equivalent qualification. The most common English Language requirements for international students are IELTS 6.0 (with minimum 5.5 in all four components).Middlesex also offers an Intensive Academic English course (Pre-Sessional) that ranges from 5-17 weeks depending on your level of English. Successful completion of this course would meet English language entry requirements.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

11200 GBP / year

≈ 11200 GBP / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

9000 GBP / year

≈ 9000 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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