Communication and Media MA

Reino Unido

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¿Qué aprenderé?

Overview

This course will provide you with a broad understanding of the varied role of media and communication in society.

The flexibility of this course means you can develop general expertise and/ or specialist knowledge in particular fields, such as film, political communication or the cultural industries more broadly.

Core modules introduce a range of theoretical perspectives and their application in real-world contexts. You'll have the opportunity to choose from optional modules; the content of these modules is informed by the research interests and practice of academic staff who teach them. You'll undertake an independent research project, working under the guidance of an individual supervisor.

Learning and teaching

We use a range of teaching and learning methods including lectures, group learning and project work, seminars, tutorials and workshops.

Independent study is crucial to this degree, as an opportunity to deepen your knowledge of the subjects introduced in lectures and seminars, and to develop your skills in critical analysis and research. You can anticipate spending at least 20 hours per week on independent study associated with your modules.

You'll be taught by active researchers in the field of media and communication. The research interests and practice of your tutors inform the content of the course.

On this course you’ll be taught by our expert academics, from lecturers through to professors. You may also be taught by industry professionals with years of experience, as well as trained postgraduate researchers, connecting you to some of the brightest minds on campus.

Assessment

We use various methods to assess your progress, depending on the modules you choose. These could include essays, presentations, project work and reports, case studies and in-course assessment of your contribution to group tasks.

Career opportunities

You'll gain diverse and in-depth subject knowledge from this course, as well as sophisticated skills in research, critical analysis, interpretation and oral and written communication. You’ll also develop strong cultural and critical awareness of the world around you, giving you the skills employers look for.

Graduates have gone into a wide range of careers that reflect the breadth of the topic, including communications advisors, public relations practitioners, media executives, and corporate managers. The course also offers an excellent foundation for PhD study.

¿En cuál departamento estoy?

School of Media and Communication

Opciones de estudio

a tiempo completo (12 )

Costos de estudio
£27.250,00 (US$ 34.318) por año
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Aplicaciones hasta

28 June 2024

Fecha de inicio

30 Septiembre 2024

Lugar

University of Leeds

Woodhouse Lane,

Leeds,

LS2 9JT, England

Requerimiento de entrada

Para estudiantes internacionales

A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (Hons) in one of the following: a (theory focused) media-related course, communication studies, cultural studies, history, literature, philosophy, politics or sociology. Relevant professional experience may also be considered from an applicant with a preferred undergraduate degree subject. We may request additional documentation to inform our decision. We may give preference to applicants who exceed our entry requirements. Please note that meeting the entry requirements of this course doesn't guarantee an offer of a place. IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component. TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test) or TOEFL iBT Home Edition at 88 overall with no less than 19 in listening, 20 in reading, 22 in speaking and 21 in writing.

Puede haber diferentes requisitos de IELTS en función del curso elegido.

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La universidad es considerada como la 3.ra mejor del Reino Unido (Encuesta sobre la experiencia de los estudiantes de Times Higher Education 2018).

  • En el top 100 del ranking QS World University 2024)
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  • Diverso campus con más de 13.000 estudiantes internacionales

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