Course summary
Overview The media industry is in constant change. In a sector where success depends on keeping ahead of the trend, our MA Media and Communications degree course will help you stand out from the competition. This wide-ranging Master’s degree in Media and Communication will provide depth and breadth to your existing knowledge base. You'll analyse the current and historic effects of media on society, and learn about how traditional and new media can be used to communicate different messages. You'll combine cultural, historical and industry-specific analysis with theoretical study, and develop a deeper critical understanding of the media too. You'll also have the chance to test your creativity, by producing screenplays and TV scripts. Or you may choose to do a self-sourced media mini-placement, which will provide you with practical experience and insight to give your skillset that extra competitive edge. Once you graduate, you'll be well placed to pursue roles across the media industry, including writing for television, publishing, journalism, media criticism, scriptwriting, film and media management. Eligibility This course accepts UK, EU, and international students. Course highlights
- Study a range of political, industry-based, and text-based approaches to media and its communication strategies, in film, television, magazines, newspapers, fiction, graphic novels and comics
- Undertake a self-sourced media micro-placement as part of an optional Industry Study module
- Research, analyse and critique film, television, screen media and print media outputs
- Understand the important themes in the media industry, including digital media, screenwriting, fandom and adaptation
- Produce screenplays for film and television while working with a specialist tutor
- Be supported by a team of experienced lecturers who have researched and published in their specialist areas, and who bring those specialisms to their teaching sessions
- Get involved in our dynamic research culture through your film and TV dissertation
- Engage with our researchers and published industry experts, many of whom are well known internationally in the field
Modules
Core modules:
- Media Contexts (30 credits)
- Media Cultures and Industries (30 credits)
- Media Politics (30 credits)
- Research Methods (30 credits)
- Dissertation (60 credits)
- Industry Study (30 credits)
- Short Dissertation (30 credits)
Assessment method
You'll be assessed through written coursework (e.g. essays, business reports) and practical coursework (e.g. presentations, conducting/leading discussions).
Entry requirements
A minimum of a second-class honours degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 5.5. | |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 91 with a minimum of 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking and 17 in Writing. | |
| PTE Academic | An overall score of 65 with a minimum of 59 in each skill. | |
| Cambridge English Advanced | Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) (taken after January 2015). An overall score of 176 with no component score less than 162. | |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | Cambridge English: Advanced (CPE) (taken after January 2015). An overall score of 176 with no component score less than 162. |
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9400 | Year 1 |
| England | £9400 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9400 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9400 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9400 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9400 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9400 | Year 1 |
| International | £17200 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Students who are resident in EU countries: please note that the net fee is inclusive of the Transition Scholarship.
Fees are accurate at the time of publishing and are subject to change at any time without notice.
Fees may also go up in later years, in line with inflation.
Provider information
University of Portsmouth
University House
Winston Churchill Avenue
Portsmouth
PO1 2UP