Media and English Literature, BA (Hons)

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Course Overview

Study Media and English Literature with us and you will learn practical and transferable skills to equip you for an exciting career in the media or related fields, as well as knowledge of literature and writing which could open up a range of wider career opportunities.

You will have the chance to explore radio and video production, digital and social media, journalism, public relations, branding and marketing, as well as a range of literature from the Middle Ages to contemporary fiction, creative and professional writing.

You will learn from experienced industry professionals, leading academics, and published writers.

A work placement will give you first-hand experience of media and communication, and you will have the option of studying a semester abroad in Hong Kong, Singapore or the USA.

Why Media and English Literature at Swansea?

Based on our stunning Singleton Park campus, in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula, you will be joining two highly-rated subject areas.

Media at Swansea is ranked:

  • 8th in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2025)
  • 8th in the UK for Student Experience (Times Good University Guide 2025)
  • 10th in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times Good University Guide 2025)

English at Swansea is ranked:

  • 11th in UK for Research Impact (REF2021)
  • Top 20 in the UK for Teaching Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2025)
  • Top 101-150 in the World (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025)

Your Media and English Literature Experience

We offer a varied and flexible degree, so you can shape your course to match your career goals as well as developing your own interests.

You can choose media topics including creative media practice, radio and video production, digital and social media, journalism, public relations including strategy, branding and marketing, media theory, media law and film.

You can combine these with English Literature topics including gothic and genre fiction, gender and culture, renaissance literature, national and global literatures, modernity and contemporary writing, 19th century literature, creative writing and professional writing.

A work placement and the opportunity to spend a year overseas will both enhance your student experience and career prospects.

Media and English Literature Employment Opportunities

Our Media and English graduates are truly international and are employed around the world. They have careers in:

  • Journalism,
  • Media,
  • Business,
  • Public Relations and Marketing,
  • Digital Marketing,
  • TV and Radio,
  • Publishing

Modules

Your early studies will introduce you to Media and Communication and English literature, before you choose your own pathway with modules to suit your own interests.

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