Program Overview
The Media and Development at University of Westminster is a MA programme in Communications & Media over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of communications & media. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Media and Development programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 14,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Media and Development programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:
- Journalist
- PR Manager
- Content Strategist
- Media Producer
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Communications Officer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Dissertation
- Theories of Communication
- Theories of Development
- Approaches to Social and Cultural Diversity
- Global Media
- Media Production Skills
- Political Analysis of Communications Policy
- Political Economy of Communication
- Reporting Migration, Race, Ethnicity
- Technology and Communication Policy
- Media Work Experience
- Approaches to Media and Communication Research
- Media Business Strategy
- Media, Activism and Politics
- Planning Campaign Communications
- Policies for Digital Convergence
- Reporting Diversity: Gender, Sexuality, Age, Disability
- Reporting Faith
- Sociology of News
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You should have, or expect, at least a Lower Second Class Honours degree (or equivalent). If English is your second language you should have an IELTS score of at least 6.5, with 6.0 in each element.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 14,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 14,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Westminster directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Westminster
University of Westminster
City of Westminster, United Kingdom
University of Westminster is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months