| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-01 | 2023-08-01 |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Why choose this course?
This course offers a cross-disciplinary insight into the changing landscape of the media industries from mass communication to the new digital age. The course nurtures and builds on your individual experience as a media user or amateur content creator, but it also enhances your awareness and understanding of how media are shaping the world we live in today, and how humanity will evolve within Artificial Intelligence and environmental concerns. The course offers a diverse curriculum covering media histories, media now, and future media. Media studies have been described as "the defining subject of our age". So when you choose this Media and Communications MA, you will be developing your professional portfolio of media and communication projects. You'll explore different aspects of the media industries and professions such as strategic communication, media production, PR, advocacy, marketing and advertising, digital art, creative writing and so many other areas which speak to your individual interests and potential future career paths.
What you will study
This course is designed to provide a critical overview and survey of today's media landscape and media environments. The coursework is a mixture of academic research and media practice, allowing you to build a wholesome professional portfolio of media projects. The classroom teaching is supported by extracurricular activities including journalism lectures, publishing master classes, marketing and media industries events, and organised educational visits to media hubs in and around London.
Teaching and assessment
Assessment typically comprises practical (eg presentations, audio/ video production) and coursework (eg essays, position papers, reports, self-assessment, portfolios, dissertation).
Kingston University
Overview:
Kingston University London is a UK-based university recognized for its high-quality teaching and student experience. It features in the QS World University Rankings league table of the world's top universities.
Services Offered:
Kingston University offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic Support:
Guidance and resources for academic success.Career Services:
Support in finding internships, jobs, and career development.Accommodation:
On-campus and off-campus housing options for students.Wellbeing Services:
Mental health support, counseling, and other resources.International Student Support:
Dedicated services for international students, including visa assistance and cultural integration programs.Library and Learning Resources:
Extensive library facilities and online learning resources.Student Union:
A vibrant student union with clubs, societies, and social events.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Kingston University provides a dynamic and engaging campus experience. Students can expect:
Active Student Union:
Opportunities to join clubs, societies, and participate in social events.Vibrant Campus Life:
A lively campus environment with a range of activities and events.Supportive Community:
A welcoming and supportive community of students and staff.Location Advantages:
Located in Kingston upon Thames, a historic town with excellent transport links to London.Key Reasons to Study There:
TEF Gold Rating:
Recognized for its high-quality teaching and outstanding student experience.Future Skills Focus:
Emphasis on developing future-ready skills through embedded modules in all undergraduate courses.Strong Industry Links:
Close connections with businesses and industries, providing opportunities for internships and career development.Diverse and Inclusive Environment:
Committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.Academic Programs:
Undergraduate Study:
A wide range of undergraduate programs across various disciplines.Postgraduate Study:
Master's and doctoral programs in various fields.Research:
Active research programs with a focus on areas like healthcare, technology, and the arts.Higher and Degree Apprenticeships:
Opportunities to combine work and study through apprenticeships.English Language Requirements
Most courses at Kingston University have the following minimum language requirements. We advise you always check the exact entry requirements before apply to any course, don't forget we are always on hand to help.
IELTS ACADEMIC
6.5
