MA Media & Communication

... United Kingdom
... Bournemouth University

Course Overview

  • Study communication and media theory at an advanced level

  • Engage with research and communicate your ideas in a variety of media, including text, video, and audio

  • Tailor the course to suit your interests and career goals by selecting from a wide range of option units

  • Undertake a 30-week professional placement within the communication or media sector designed to enhance your employability after graduation

  • Gain the skills to make valuable contributions to media and communications practice within complex or unpredictable environments. 

General Eligibility

A bachelor's Honours degree with 2:2 or equivalent

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week

Language Requirement

  • IELTS (Academic) 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component or equivalent.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Media and Journalism


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Campus Name

Talbot


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

Full-time,1 year, 2 years with optional 30-week work placement


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Available Intake

January 2023, September 2023, January 2024, September 2024


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IELTS Score

6.0


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Tuition Fees Range

UK:£8,500 per year EU/international:£15,000 per year, Per placement year:£1,850,


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