Course name and Course code

• The Study of English, Literacy and Cultural Issues through the Media EL2025

Course aims

• Explore the impact of the media on the use of English
• Examine the relationship between the Arts and industry, and between high and low culture
• Consider a range of issues affecting the relationship between English and the media, including legal restrictions, how the media communicates bias, and the impact of political correctness
• Learn practical writing skills, such as how to produce press releases, flyers, reviews and newsletters

Who is this course for?

• These courses are open to all Erasmus and Study Abroad students for university credits.
• Students should have an upper-intermediate level of English (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent).

Assessment

Students are assessed on written and oral work completed during the course.

• Writing: three pieces of written work
• Speaking: two oral projects
• Students are expected to attend all the sessions

Further resources

• Full list of EL Credit Modules 2011/2012