What will I learn?
**Please note that Combined Honours degrees at Liverpool Hope University are split 50/50. This means both subjects will be studied equally.****Creative Writing**\Creative Writing at Liverpool Hope is designed for young writers who want to develop their voice, experiment with new ideas and styles, and build confidence in their craft. You’ll explore fiction, poetry, life‑writing, screenwriting, scriptwriting and digital storytelling, learning how writers shape meaning, emotion and identity and contribute to society and social change. Teaching takes place in small, supportive workshops led by award-winning practising writers and research active academics whose work was rated ‘world‑leading’ and ‘internationally excellent’ in REF 2021. You’ll analyse contemporary writing, create your own original work, and learn how to edit, refine and present your ideas with clarity and impact. Studying in Liverpool, a city known for its music, culture, festivals and creative energy, gives you a vibrant location for real‑world writing opportunities. Throughout your degree, you’ll build skills in creativity, communication, critical thinking and collaboration, preparing you for a future in the cultural and creative industries. Creative Writing at Liverpool Hope helps you grow as a storyteller, thinker and creator, ready to make your mark in a city that celebrates imagination.**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.
