BA (Hons) English and Magazine Journalism (Full Time)
Advance your writing and research skills on this degree which has a strong track record for graduate employment in the media industries.
UCAS codes
2013 Entry
- Three years Standard EntryQP35
2012 Entry
- Three years Standard EntryQP35
In my view
“There’s a great mix because on the English side I get to read books I love and we have really great lecturers. In Magazine Journalism you find out about what goes on in the industry.”
Nandi Jhugroo
Career opportunities
Opportunities exist in a wide range of magazines, periodicals and in-house publications. These are very competitive career areas so it is important to take advantage of opportunities to gain relevant experience and to publish work.
Many types of employment feature high level communication skills including marketing, advertising and public relations.
Career paths include:
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feature writers
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on-line writing
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media and cultural criticism
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public relations
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advertising
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the retail industries
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teaching
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postgraduate study.
For facts, figures and further details of graduate employability, view the career destinations PDF| for this course.
Course overview
Part of the English programme, this course takes a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary approach towards the study of English. You are encouraged to think in new and imaginative ways about fiction, drama, poetry and language, in combination with the study of magazine journalism.
The course comprises two methods of study: practical production and the critical perspectives of contemporary social theory and practice are linked throughout the degree. Students will use the latest professional equipment, and learn to produce good copy, written accurately and to a deadline. You will cover all aspects of magazine journalism from reviewing to hard-hitting reportage and investigative pieces.
The course features innovative approaches towards the study of literature and is taught by cutting-edge researchers and industry professionals, combining “real world” vocational training with intellectually stimulating academic study.
There are many opportunities for you to explore your own practical and creative writing interests and take part in study trips nationally and internationally.
Solent has a strong track record in graduate employment for all its magazine journalism courses.
Industrial focus
Work placements are crucial to student development, and you will be encouraged to carry out a number of placements at relevant publications throughout the degree.
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Course content
Year 1
Six core units:
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Cultural Fragments: An Introduction to Literary Studies
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Adapting the Novel
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Making and Reading Poetry
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Magazine Journalism
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Layout and Visualisation
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Magazine Journalists Tool Box.
Year 2
Six core units:
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Gender Agendas 1 and 2
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Playtexts in Context
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Shakespeare: Script, Stage and Screen
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Law for Journalists
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Magazine Business
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The Editorial Hub.
Year 3
Three core units and two option units:
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Dissertation/Major Project
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Shock Value: Rejecting Realism in 20th Century Literature
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Multi Platform Publishing
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English Option
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Option: Magazine Journalism P1 and P2 (choose two 10 CATS options).
Why choose this course?
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Combines real world vocational training with intellectually stimulating academic study.
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Crosses boundaries between academic subjects.
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Innovative approaches towards the study of literature, taught by cutting-edge researchers and industry professionals.
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Multiple opportunities for study trips nationally and internationally.
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Plenty of opportunity to explore your own practical and creative writing interests.
Assessment
In addition to the more traditional essays, examinations, research projects and presentations, students will have opportunities to submit creative writing, journalism, workbooks and portfolios.
Key career skills
Analytical, writing, creative thinking, presentation, project management, visual communication and problem solving.
Projects/work experience
Industry-specific work placements and briefs are available on the Magazine Journalism side of the course, while the English side offers a work experience option in which you may explore your own career development plans.