English and Multimedia Journalism

English and multimedia journalism brings together the study of literature, language and critical culture with the skills and practices of contemporary journalism across print, digital, audio and video platforms. English develops your ability to read closely, think critically and write with precision and originality, drawing on a broad range of literary and cultural texts to understand how language shapes meaning. Journalism equips you to apply those skills in the service of public information, developing your capacity to research, verify, structure and present stories across a range of modern media forms.

This part-time programme at Manchester Metropolitan University allows you to develop both sets of skills without the pressures of full-time study, making it an accessible route for students who have other commitments. You will build your analytical and critical thinking skills through the study of literature and language, while also developing the practical craft of journalism: researching stories, interviewing sources, writing to deadline, editing copy, and producing content for digital and multimedia platforms. The two disciplines reinforce each other: the rigorous reading and writing demanded by English study makes you a better journalist, and the discipline of producing public-facing work in journalism sharpens your writing and clarity of thought.

Graduates from English and multimedia journalism programmes pursue careers in newspapers, magazines, digital publications, broadcasting, podcasting, public relations, communications and content production. The combination of literary and cultural understanding with multimedia storytelling skills is increasingly valued by media employers who need graduates who can write well across platforms and engage thoughtfully with complex subjects. Many graduates also pursue careers in publishing, education, social media management, copywriting and corporate communications.

Postgraduate study in journalism, media, creative writing or English literature is a natural next step for those who want to specialise or develop their practice further.