Program Overview
The Social Media at University of Westminster is a MA programme in Social Sciences 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 social sciences. 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 Social Media 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 7
- 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 Social Media programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Social Media: Creativity, Sharing, Visibility
- Dissertation Module
- Study Skills (No Credits)
- Theory and Global Political Economy of Media and Communication
- Media Politics, Regulation and Business Strategies.
- Theories of Communication
- Global Media
- Political Economy of Communication
- Technology and Communications Policy
- Political Analysis of Communications Policy
- Critical Theory of Social Media and the Internet
- Media Politics, Regulation and Business Strategies
- Media, Culture and Everyday Life.
- Media, Activism and Censorship
- Development and Communications Policy
- Media Audiences
- Understanding and Managing Diversity in the Media
- Sociology of News
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- You should possess an Upper Second Class Honours degree (or equivalent).
- If English is your second Language you should have an IELTS score of 7.0, with 6.5 in each element.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 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: 7
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 2017-09-14
- Language English
- Duration 12 months