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English and Media

  • BA (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 14 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
City Campus
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Course summary

Explore the power of language and media in shaping culture and society. Engage with cutting-edge theories and analysis of literature and digital media, develop critical thinking and communication skills that are highly valued by employers.

This degree presents a unique opportunity for you to examine the dynamic interplay between language and media in shaping contemporary culture and society. This interdisciplinary programme offers a comprehensive approach to the study of literature and digital media, providing you with a rigorous and analytical foundation that prepares you for careers across a broad range of fields.

The curriculum encompasses coursework that engages you in critical thinking, analysis, and communication, all of which are highly valued in the professional world. The degree's emphasis on cutting-edge theories and analysis of media affords a nuanced understanding of the intricate relationship between language and media in shaping society.

Our teaching staff, who are leaders in their fields, provide you with expert guidance and mentorship throughout your academic journey. They bring to the course a wealth of experience and knowledge, engaging students in a range of topics that span the cultural, historical, and social contexts of literature and media.

We provide you with opportunities to gain practical experience in the field. The course offers the opportunity for extended placements with organisations in the media and communications industries, enabling you to apply your theoretical knowledge to real-world situations. You are also offered valuable networking opportunities and insights into career paths in the media industry.

Why study English and Media at NTU?

  • NTU is 7th in the UK for the number of UG students in Media, journalism and communications (HESA 2023/24).

  • Study in a UNESCO City of Literature. NTU is a lead partner of Nottingham UNESCO City of Literature, and has established a variety of extracurricular opportunities and a host of partners in the creative industries.

  • Gain practical experience through placements with media and communications organisations, employer-led projects and volunteering.

  • You will have the opportunity to create your own pathway through the course, with a study abroad and extended placement modules available in the second year.

  • Engage in theoretical and industry-relevant coursework that develops critical thinking, analysis, creativity and communication skills.

  • Explore the dynamic interplay between language and media in shaping contemporary culture and society.

Modules

Throughout the course, modules will cover a variety of subjects, a few examples include: Literary Pasts, Presents and Futures, Analysing Media Texts, Global Narratives in English, Rebel Literatures, Working with Scripts, Analysing Popular Music, Researching Media and Communications, and The Body and Popular Culture. To view the full list of modules, visit the course page: https://www.ntu.ac.uk/course/arts-and-humanities/ug/ba-hons-english-and-media

Assessment method

We use a varied and diverse range of coursework assessments to develop your skills and support your progress. These include digital projects, reviews, case-studies, essays, presentations and reports.

Our innovative approach to assessment means that in Year One you will develop and enhance a complementary set of key skills for success in second and third year, and throughout the degree the varied assessment pattern will enable you to engage with the past and prepare for your future through an exciting array of projects.

This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • City Campus

Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 14 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
PQ33
Institution code:
N91
Campus name:
City Campus
Campus Code:
1
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
PQ33
Institution code:
N91
Campus name:
City Campus
Campus Code:
1

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
104 - 112 points

104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent)

A level

104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent)

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM

DMM from a BTEC Extended Diploma

Access to HE Diploma

Pass your Access course with 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Diploma and up to two other qualifications.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)

104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate and up to three other qualifications (one of which must be A-Level equivalent).

T Level

We will consider T Levels for entry to this course, either as stand-alone qualifications or in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications, in accordance with the specified course tariff points.

A lower offer may be made based on a range of factors, including your background (such as where you live and the school or college you attended), your experiences and individual circumstances (you may have been in care, for example). This is called a contextual offer and we get data from UCAS to make these decisions. NTU offers a student experience like no other, and this approach helps us to find students who have the potential to succeed here, but may have faced barriers that can make it more difficult to access university.

We also consider equivalent qualifications and combinations. Please contact Nottingham Trent University Admissions team for further information.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

NTU makes contextual offers for this course to give everyone a fair chance to access their chosen degree.

Contextual offers are lower than our standard entry criteria or may be an unconditional offer for courses that require a portfolio. We also take individual circumstances into account when we receive results and may accept grades lower than our published criteria.

We use a range of data from UCAS to make our offers and more information on our approach is available at the link below.

Learn more on the Nottingham Trent University website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

The tuition fees above are subject to parliamentary procedure. They haven't been confirmed yet, but we expect them to be finalised by May 2026. The level of tuition fees for the second and subsequent years of your undergraduate course may increase in line with inflation and as specified by the UK government.

Clearing contact details

Clearing Team

Online Enquiry Form

0115 8486000

Course Clearing information

Additional information

Our Clearing Hotline is open during the following times:

Standard opening hours

Monday to Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm;
Friday: 9:00am – 4:00pm;

Extended opening hours (from 13 August)

Thursday 13 August: 8:00am – 9:00pm;
Friday 14 August: 8:00am – 7:00pm;
Saturday 15 August: 9:00am – 5:00pm;
Sunday 16 August: 10:00am – 2:00pm;
Monday 17 August to Friday 21 August: 9:00am – 5:00pm

Course contact details

Applicant Enquiries Team

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+44(0)115 848 4200

Enquiries Team

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+44 (0) 115 848 4200

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