GOLDSMITHS COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON · UNITED KINGDOM
MA Media and Communications
Master's · Taught in en
At a glance
12 mo
Duration
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IELTS
€27k
Tuition / yr
en
Language
Master's
Level
- 2nd in UK for 'world-leading or internationally excellent' researchResearch Ranking
- 16th in the world (3rd in UK) for Media, Communications and Cultural StudiesGlobal Ranking
- Adobe Creative Campus: Free access to Adobe Creative SuiteSoftware Access
- Study in London, voted best student city in the worldLocation
- Flexibility for practical option or practice-based modulesLearning Approach
- Focus on current issues and interdisciplinary thinkingCurriculum
This Master's program offers a research-led and interdisciplinary approach to media and communications, aiming to equip you with the tools to understand, analyze, and engage with the complex, mediated world we inhabit. You will explore how digital technologies have transformed our experiences, from social interactions and political engagement to our daily rituals and sense of self. The course challenges assumptions and encourages critical thinking through theoretical frameworks and empirical work, examining the interplay of media with politics, economics, culture, technology, and identity. You'll have the opportunity to engage with current issues, participate in workshops, screenings, and cultural trips, and develop a holistic understanding of media's role in society. The program also offers a practical option in areas like journalism, campaigns, or design, and culminates in a substantial dissertation on a topic of your choice.
Curriculum
The MA Media and Communications program is structured around compulsory core modules and a wide range of optional modules, allowing you to tailor your studies to your interests. Assessment is primarily through coursework essays, written projects, and a dissertation. Practical modules may include audiovisual components.
- Full-time (1 year)
- Introduction to Media and Communications Theory
- Dissertation
- Part-time (2 years)
- Introduction to Media and Communications Theory
- Dissertation
Entry requirements
Undergraduate DegreeA minimum of a 2:2 standard in a relevant or related subject.
Consideration may also be given to applicants with relevant professional experience who can demonstrate an ability to work at a postgraduate level.
Fees
Tuition (international)£23,000 per year (full-time)
Tuition (home)£12,800 per year (full-time)
Living—
Part-time fees are half the full-time rate.
How to apply
1. Access Application PortalVisit the Goldsmiths online application system.
2. Complete Application FormFill in the required details for the MA Media and Communications program.
3. Submit ApplicationSubmit your completed application form.