Media and English BA (Hons)
Leeds Beckett University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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**Understand the relationship between English literature and modern media, from The Globe to the global.**In todays media-saturated culture you’re never far from a story. As part of your course, you’ll:- Understand the connections between the study of media and the study of English literature- Evaluate a range of literary and media texts, forms and styles to learn how society uses narratives from the 18th Century to the modern day to make sense of itself and the wider world - See how an ...Read more


Understand the relationship between English literature and modern media, from The Globe to the global.

In today's media-saturated culture you’re never far from a story. As part of your course, you’ll:- Understand the connections between the study of media and the study of English literature- Evaluate a range of literary and media texts, forms and styles to learn how society uses narratives from the 18th Century to the modern day to make sense of itself and the wider world - See how an interdisciplinary approach can offer fresh critical insights into contemporary issues like Black Lives Matter, poverty, climate change and Covid-19- Identify and use research methods and analytical skills that are transferable to a range of graduate-level careers - Graduate with a truly relevant degree and a real insight into how media and literature inform the cultures and societies we live in today We celebrate students and staff with a true passion for the arts and humanities.Through inspired teaching and intellectual debate, day-to-day interaction with award-winning authors, a rolling programme of media industry professionals, published lecturers and world-renowned researchers, we’ll nurture your passion by developing your creative and critical thinking.We’ll open your mind to the wide range of opportunities to pursue a career you love, be it anything from writing and teaching, journalism and copywriting, business and marketing, to research and publishing.Our research and teaching explore a diverse range of topics, from beauty Influencers and online racism in football to feminist dystopian novels and 21st-century literary genres. We're also very hands-on: from regular conferences, seminars and events organised by our Centre for Culture and the Arts, to collaborations with institutes and cultural organisations.


Why study Media and English at Leeds Beckett University...

- Learn from tutors who have extensive industry experience and connections- Benefit from access to guest lecturers, media professionals, published authors and expert researchers- Combine academic study with employment skills training- Explore English literature alongside cutting-edge media- Leeds has a thriving creative and cultural sector

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41/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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42nd
CUG Ranking
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75th
Literature in English
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Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 88 = 12% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
12%
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Henah
26 Feb 24

The system is easy to access and support is quick and smooth. For me everything was very good . Signposts were clear and direct us to the places we need...Read more

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Jessica
20 Feb 24

Really nice spacious study spaces that are comfortable and motivating...Read more

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UCAS Tariff:

104 Grades / Points required

Minimum 64 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies.

Popular A-level subjects

Literature in English

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

English Literature
70%
English Language
26%
History
25%
Psychology
20%
English Language & Literature
16%
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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Henah
26 Feb 24
Media and English BA (Hons)
The system is easy to access and support is quick and smooth. For me everything was very good . Signposts were clear and direct us to the places we need....
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Jessica
20 Feb 24
English and History BA (Hons)
Really nice spacious study spaces that are comfortable and motivating....
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Leeds Beckett University
Leeds Beckett University , Leeds

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