Course summary
Publishing has changed dramatically over the last few decades. It’s no longer just about books and print but digital, social media, video, audio podcasts and animation. Our MA Publishing Media includes future-facing aspects of the industry as well as its heritage. You’ll cover storytelling across different types of media and channels. With our employability focus, you’ll tackle the real challenges facing the industry such as AI, digital and multi-platform publishing innovations. From academic to trade, we cover all publishing sectors from a commercial and a creative perspective. Our expert teaching team have first-hand experience of working in the industry and are known for their high-quality research. Our Publishing Advisory Board includes the largest publishing houses and several independent publishers. They ensure our curriculum reflects current and future practice, as well as offering scholarships, internships and volunteering opportunities. Oxford is a global centre for the publishing industry, so you’re well-placed for work experience in Oxford, London and further afield.
Assessment method
Assessment is primarily by coursework. We also use a class test to assess your skills proofreading. We design assignments in all modules to assess the knowledge and skills you develop during the period of study. These align with industry practice and help you gain confidence in your ability to complete live publishing projects. After completing the course successfully, you will be ready to enter the publishing industry as an effective employee.
How to apply
International applicants
If your first language is not English then we will require IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component Please also see the University's standard English language requirements.
Entry requirements
Entrants to the programme should possess the following minimum qualifications: - a second-class honours degree, or equivalent, in any subject; or - an appropriate professional background and experience in the publishing industry. Applicants should also demonstrate a commitment to work in the publishing or communications industries. This attribute is usually evidenced through the application, personal statement or references. All applicants who meet the entry criteria are interviewed as an entry requirement. Please also see the University's general entry requirements.
English language requirements
IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component
If English is not your first language then, please see here for our requirements and accepted alternative English language qualifications
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £18900 | Year 1 |
| England | £12300 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £12300 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £12300 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £12300 | Year 1 |
| International | £18900 | 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
Provider information
Oxford Brookes University
Gipsy Lane
Headington
Oxford
OX3 0BP