English Language and Media BA (Hons)
Swansea University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 30 graduates of English Language and Media BA (Hons) and other courses in English Language at Swansea University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in English Language.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All English Language courses of Swansea University
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Media Studies
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of English Language at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £24000 | £18500 | £23500 |
25-75 percentile range | £18000 - £26000 | £14000 - £22500 | £18500 - £28000 |
All Media Studies courses of Swansea University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Media Studies
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £22237 | £19616 | £23594 |
25-75 percentile range | £19208 - £25281 | £15480 - £24544 | £18144 - £29505 |
All Media Studies courses in the UK
Course Description
Studying English Language and Media gives you the opportunity to explore how language works and how societies communicate, alongside various aspects of creative media practice, including radio, video, digital and social media, journalism, public relations, branding and marketing. This three-year BA English Language and Media degree opens up a range of exciting career possibilities by giving students transferable and practical skills, which are highly valued by employers. Media at Swansea is ranked 1st in the UK for Student Experience, and English Language at Swansea is ranked 4th in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times Good University Guide 2023). Students on this course typically develop excellent oral and writing skills and you will learn to present your ideas in a range of formats, along with strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills. Our graduates in English Language and Media are employed all around the world. They have careers in journalism, media, business, public relations and marketing, digital marketing, broadcasting, TV and radio and publishing. Based on our stunning Singleton Park campus, in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula, the course structure is flexible and offers a wide range of specialist modules. You will study how language is used in everyday communication including in different contexts, how to persuade and mislead (particularly in social media) and how language has developed over time. Welsh medium modules are available. You will also have the option to obtain an internationally recognised, professional teaching qualification (Cambridge CELTA) to further enhance your career prospects. In year two, you will also have the opportunity to study abroad for a semester, in Hong Kong, Singapore or the USA, further improving your student experience and career potential. In your final year, you can undertake an independent research project in an area of specialism supported by academic staff, and also have the opportunity for a media and communications placement. Teaching on the course is by leading academics and industry professionals and is informed by our world-leading research – English at Swansea is ranked 11th in the UK for Research Impact (Research Excellence Framework 2021) - and you can attend seminars organised through our guest speaker programme. The degree is also available as a four-year course with a Year Abroad or Year in Industry. Please visit our course page for more information:
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Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of English Language and Media BA (Hons) at Swansea University
25% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
25% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
10% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
10% | Media Professionals |
10% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Elementary occupations |
5% | Customer service occupations |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Information Technology Professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for English Language
All English Language courses of Swansea University
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All Degrees
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Swansea University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Swansea University in related subject specific rankings.
Languages & Literature
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- #3
- #39
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- English
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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About Swansea University
Swansea University was established in 1920 and is located in the large city of Swansea, in Wales. There are two campuses, the flagship campus is located between Singleton Park, with its green parkland and botanical gardens, and Swansea Bay beach. The more recent Bay Campus on the other hand is located on an extensive beachfront property on the eastern side of town, past the marina. Apart from a vibrant academic life, students can attend the numerous yearly festivals that take place in Swansea, guaranteeing plenty of opportunities for getting out and about in your free time.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023