Media and English

About this course

Media and English is a combination that addresses both the creation and the critical analysis of the texts, images and messages that constitute contemporary culture. English literature trains you to read with precision and depth, to understand how language constructs meaning across different forms and periods, and to situate texts within the cultural and intellectual contexts from which they emerge. Media studies examines the institutions, technologies, industries and cultural dynamics through which modern communication is produced and consumed, bringing a social scientific and analytical perspective to the full range of contemporary media. At the University of Derby this three-year, full-time programme includes a foundation year available for those who need additional preparation, along with a sandwich year in professional practice and a placement component. You will study literature a

Where its graduates go

The 5 largest scored destinations, covering 85% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 68 / 100Customer service occupations · 10% of graduatescards →
• 55 / 100Administrative occupations · 20% of graduatescards →
• 48 / 100Business and public service associate professionals · 30% of graduatescards →
• 45 / 100Media Professionals · 15% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Sales occupations · 10% of graduatescards →

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