Program Overview
The Media Studies at The New School is a MA programme in Communications & Media over 24 months, delivered Hybrid. 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 Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across China and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Hybrid
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 1,510 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,510 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: New York City, United States, China
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Media Studies 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
- Understanding Media Studies
- Media Theory
- Media Design
- Methods Courses
- Media Practices: Design
- Media Practices: Time-Based
- Media Practices: Film Form
- Media Practices: Interactive
- Project-Based Courses
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Required Application Materials
- Application
Complete the online application.
- Application fee
A nonrefundable $50 application fee paid as part of the online application.
- Transcripts
- Recommendation letters
- Statement of purpose
- Résumé
- Test scores
- Writing sample (optional, though strongly encouraged)
- Creative sample (optional)
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,510 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,510 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,510 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,510 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The New School 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 The New School
The New School
Manhattan, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline Nov, 2026
- Start Date Jan, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
