The BA Linguistics and Media at Nottingham Trent University offers you a dynamic exploration into the critical relationship between language and the media landscape. In a world increasingly shaped by digital communication and diverse forms of expression, this joint honours degree provides you with the analytical tools to understand how language functions within media industries, from news and advertising to social media and popular culture. You will delve into core concepts of morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics, alongside methods for analysing media texts and understanding media industries, preparing you for a future where effective communication and critical interpretation are paramount.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree is studied over three years, blending theoretical knowledge with practical application. You will engage with modules that explore language structure, meaning in context, and the construction of identities across various media platforms. Throughout your studies, you will have opportunities to develop practical media literacy skills and undertake a major project in your final year, allowing you to focus on a specific area of linguistics or media that interests you. You will graduate with a versatile skill set, ready for careers in journalism, public relations, marketing, content creation, and beyond.