BA English Language with Media Communication Including Year Abroad
University of Essex
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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OCT-26

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4 Years

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Does language in the media affect people's opinions and actions? How is language used in social and traditional media for politics, art, and business communication? What does the language used in the media tell us about English-speaking societies?This course explores the structure and use of the English language as well as how Media is used to communicate, from the perspectives of both businesses and politicians and also in every day society.During your studies you explore topics such ...Read more

Does language in the media affect people's opinions and actions? How is language used in social and traditional media for politics, art, and business communication? What does the language used in the media tell us about English-speaking societies?This course explores the structure and use of the English language as well as how Media is used to communicate, from the perspectives of both businesses and politicians and also in every day society.During your studies you explore topics such as:Propaganda in film and literatureHow language is used in conversationHow the pronunciation of speech variesThe role of new media in shaping mass cultureHow questioning in broadcast interviews has changed over timeHow politicians use rhetorical devices to generate applause from audiencesHow the media is used for marketing purposesHow people use language on social media to construct identities for themselves

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73/279
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Kathleen
06 Mar 25

I like the green spaces. There are lots of places to study. I think the sports facilities here are excellent. I think the main building could be refurbished, especially the..Read more

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scarlett
05 Mar 25

It’s a good campus with lots of amenities and lots of things that go on during the week; Thursday market day, talks and support sessions, events at the bar and sub zero, plus lots..Read more

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£9,535 per year

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£21,500 per year

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Kathleen
06 Mar 25
English Language and Linguistics - BA (Hons)
I like the green spaces. There are lots of places to study. I think the sports facilities here are excellent. I think the main building could be refurbished, especially the...
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scarlett
05 Mar 25
English Language and Linguistics - BA (Hons)
It’s a good campus with lots of amenities and lots of things that go on during the week; Thursday market day, talks and support sessions, events at the bar and sub zero, plus lots...
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University of Essex
Wivenhoe Park Colchester Essex CO4 3SQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hythe   0.6 miles away

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