English Literature and Media & Communication Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Please note that Combined Honours degrees at Liverpool Hope University are split 50/50. This means both subjects will be studied equally.

English Literature\
Studying English Literature at Liverpool Hope puts you right in the heart of one of the UK’s most creative and culturally rich cities. You’ll explore fiction, poetry, drama, life‑writing, travel writing and global literature, discovering how stories shape identity, society, sustainability and wellbeing. 

Teaching takes place in small, friendly groups led by research‑active academics whose work was rated ‘world‑leading’ and ‘internationally excellent’ in REF 2021. You’ll develop confidence in analysing texts, debating ideas, and understanding how literature connects with real‑world issues, from politics and culture to digital media and creative industries. 

Liverpool’s theatres, galleries, festivals and arts venues give you countless opportunities to experience literature in action. Throughout your degree, you’ll build creativity, critical thinking and communication skills that employers value across the modern job market. English Literature at Liverpool Hope is designed to help you grow as a reader, writer and thinker, preparing you for a future shaped by imagination and insight.

Media & Communication\
Liverpool is one of the UK’s most exciting media cities, packed with creators, studios, festivals and digital culture making it the perfect place to study Media & Communication. At Liverpool Hope University, you’ll explore how media shapes the world around you, from social platforms and influencers to journalism, film, and digital storytelling. The course blends hands‑on creative practice with the academic skills you need to understand how media connects to society, culture, politics and industry. 

You’ll learn how to create engaging digital and social content, develop original ideas, and build confidence using industry‑relevant tools. Teaching is delivered in small groups by experienced tutors and researchers, giving you personalised support and real insight into today’s fast‑moving media landscape. 

With Liverpool’s vibrant creative scene on your doorstep, plus opportunities for placements and study abroad, this degree prepares you to become an adaptable, ethical and future‑focused media professional. Whether you’re interested in content creation, journalism, digital communication or media analysis, you’ll graduate with the skills to thrive in a global media environment.