Subject

English, Film, Journalism and Media

Study the work of writers, broadcasters, performers and film-makers to strengthen your own creative talent

Undergraduate Courses
Postgraduate Courses
Postgraduate Research

Undergraduate courses

Creative and Media Writing BA (Hons)	An innovative course which focuses on writing creatively and professionally, with opportunities to showcase and perform your work
Drama and Performance BA (Hons)	A practical and theoretical study of drama incorporating all aspects of a stage production from the technical aspects to the performance
English and American Studies BA (Hons)	Study a range of themes and analytical approaches of English literature alongside the culture, society and history of the American continent
English and Creative Writing BA (Hons)	A combined course enabling development of new and individual critical perspectives on literary texts plus training in a range of writing practices
English and Film Studies BA (Hons)	This course combines an interest in reading and language with a passion for the cinema by studying the dynamic film industry
English and History BA (Hons)	Exploring literature in its historical context and across a range of periods, this course develops the ability to evaluate and analyse a variety of evidence and texts
English and Media Studies BA (Hons)	A course providing interpretive and theoretical skills to read, analyse and criticise poetry, fiction and drama alongside other forms of contemporary media
English Language BA (Hons)	Gain a greater understanding of the English language and insights into the theory and practice of its use in a range of real-life contexts
English Language and Literature BA (Hons)	Engage with an array of literary texts and encounter language in a variety of forms and contexts through this combined course
English Literature BA (Hons)	Encompassing poetry, fiction and drama and covering centuries of writing, this course introduces the vast breadth and scope of English literature
English with Psychology BA (Hons)	This course applies psychological insights to your understanding of literary works and their depiction of human identity
Film and Television Studies BA (Hons)	A study of screen culture through theoretical and textual analysis of film and television through the years, with the opportunity to develop practical production skills
Film Studies BA (Hons)	An innovative course involving the application of critical and theoretical approaches to a range of films and film cultures
Film Studies and Creative Writing BA (Hons)	Explore the global culture, history, markets and identity of the film industry and engage with a range of authorial practices
Journalism BA (Hons) Accredited	An intellectually challenging and vocationally orientated course concentrating on industry-focused skills to become professional journalists
Journalism with English Language BA (Hons)	Develop your skills in journalism across a range of media, with a focus on the techniques of communication and written language
Journalism with English Literature BA (Hons)	This course combines the practice of real-world journalism with the study of literary works and theory
Journalism with Media Studies BA (Hons)	With a blend of practical and theoretical learning throughout, this course combines the critical study of modern media with journalism training
Media Studies BA (Hons)	A unique course taught by specialist and industry-experienced staff who will help you to understand the nature and demands of contemporary media
Media Studies and Entertainment Technology BA (Hons)	From music technology and web design to animation, this course offers practical and theoretical approaches to contemporary media and entertainment technologies

Postgraduate courses

Creative Writing

A professional writing course suitable for writers who wish to build confidence, sensitivity and a critical understanding of their own work and the work of others

Film and Television Studies

Investigate the cultural, social and historical influence of film and TV on this combined course – learn to analyse, critique and carry out in-depth research of these two visual mediums

Literature, Culture and Identity

A course centring on cultural representation and (de)construction of identity in twentieth and twenty-first century literature

Postgraduate Research

The University of Portsmouth's thriving post-graduate research culture offers opportunities spanning English, Film, Journalism and Media subject areas. We have an excellent track record in postgraduate research degrees success with established routes of progression from Masters to Doctoral study, and students have the opportunity to select from a diverse range of research topics including creative and media writing, film, theatre and television, media studies, journalism and English.

We welcome PhD research applications from anyone who has an interest in any of the areas above. Please contact us by email to discuss your research ideas and research proposals.

Graduate School

The University of Portsmouth Graduate School is a dedicated centre for all postgraduate research students and supervisors. It supports, administers and coordinates training for the MPhil, PhD, and Professional Doctorate programmes. We have a dynamic population of over 600 research students, including many international students, who form an essential and valued part of the of the University’s research culture.

The Graduate School is here to guide you through the necessary steps to becoming a postgraduate research student. A good starting point is to look at the different research degree options we offer and then to consider the research degree areas we can supervise.

If you have any questions about studying for a research degree at the University of Portsmouth, please complete our enquiry form and read more about how to apply.