English Language and Media with Foundation Year
Bachelor's degree
In Telford
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New College Telford
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Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Telford
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Duration
4 Years
BA (Hons) English Language and Media integrated joint degree provides an opportunity for you to explore aspects of communication and cultural production from a variety of perspectives. In the Media element of the course, you will explore a variety of forms of media and their impact upon how we communicate. Forms of media range from radio, TV and newspapers to multimedia platforms and mobile phones. Students will learn about the ways in which media shape both our understanding of the world, and our perceptions of our place in that world. In the English Language element you will focus on the role played by language in communication whether in face-to-face conversation, in traditional paper-based texts or through digital media. Topics range from style in literary and media texts, the history of the English language, regional varieties of English in Britain and across the world, language and gender, conversation analysis, language and conflict, and language and humour.
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About this course
On completion of the course you will be able to:
• Articulate orally and in writing knowledge of the forms and functions of English its history and development, and its use and variety in social, media and cultural contexts.
• Demonstrate knowledge of different modes of communication and the issues that surround them within their social context.
• Demonstrate the ability to apply a range of linguistic and critical approaches to the analysis of language and text outside the context in which first encountered.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the institutional, political, economic and cultural factors that have an impact on the production and reception of media in regional, national and international contexts.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions across a diverse range of media forms and texts.
• Demonstrate independent research skills.
In addition you will gain a number of skills such as the ability to effectively communicate in both written and spoken forms and to use social network sites and other digital platforms to enhance your profile and thereby increasing your employability prospects.
2019 Entry
DD from A level
BTEC QCF Extended Diploma grade PPP, BTEC QCF Diploma grade MP
Pass Access to HE Diploma (Full Award)
If you've got other qualifications or relevant experience, please contact The Gateway for further advice before applying.
International entry requirements and application guidance can be found here
Other Requirements.
Students must have studied a minimum of two years post GCSE level. However, it is expected that some applicants will be mature students with work experience, who wish to further their career development
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Subjects
- Media
- Communication Training
- English
- Teaching
- English Language
Course programme
You will typically take three modules each semester. Modules usually entail between two and three hours classroom-based teaching, with supplementary online tasks when appropriate. Teaching takes a variety of forms including lectures, interactive seminars and workshops. All staff members are available for one-to one tutorials to ensure that your studies are on track. Most modules will also involve some specified independent tasks and/or set readings. You will also be expected to engage in independent self-directed study.
There is a wide range of module choices on the Media and English Language degree. For example:
• In the first year module Media, Culture and Society you will explore the ways in which the media influences other aspects of culture and society. In Introduction to TESOL, you will learn basic theories and methods related to the teaching of English as a foreign or second language.
• In the second year module Media Communication and Ethics you will engage with many of the current controversial media issues such as privacy and cyber-bullying. In Pragmatics and Conversation you will learn about how we make meaningful conversations and how we uncover hidden meaning.
• In the third year module Persuasion and Influence you will explore the power of the media, and in particular the nature of propaganda and advertising. In Language and the Mind, you will explore the fascinating topic of psycholinguistics. In your final year you will also be expected to undertake an independent research project on a topic that is of particular interest to you.
Opportunities
• Visits to various places, such as the set of Coronation Street, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre or to talks on linguistic issues may be organised.
• Visiting speakers from the media industries are also arranged, providing you with the opportunity to hear about the latest developments and issues from the media professionals’ perspective.
• There are various opportunities for work placements, which will enhance your CV and employability on graduation
• There is a great deal of study skills support if you require guidance on essay writing skills, referencing, oral presentations etc.
Why not check out what our students got up to for their final projects at our annual Degree Show 2018
English Language and Media with Foundation Year
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New College Telford
A Level Shropshire / Classroom-basedPrice on request -
London Teacher Training College
Course OnlinePrice on request -
Telefrench
Course Online£ 16 VAT inc. -
Learn by Cam
Course OnlinePrice on request -
Faculty of Arts - Uni of Bristol
Master OnlinePrice on request -
University of Portsmouth
Postgraduate Distance LearningPrice on request -
Weymouth College
Course OnlinePrice on request
See all