Drama, media and film studies are becoming popular subjects in English and American schools. In England, many pupils choose these courses for their A-levels**. Perhaps that's because 22% of English 16- to 19-year-olds want to be actors, pop stars or models! Only 8% are planning to become doctors, engineers or lawyers. But the most popular courses at English universities are: 1 Law 2 Design Studies 3 Psychology 4 Meddicine 5 Management Studies.