Media, Culture and Society MA Media, Culture and Society MA, 1 year, full-time

This is for you if... you are interested in studying media, communication and sociology at an advanced level and learning from some of the leading researchers in this academic field.

2:1 degree in a relevant subject, or an equivalent professional qualification. We can give special consideration to applicants who have significant work experience in a relevant field.English Language Requirements IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.

This multi-disciplinary degree will provide you with a unique academic challenge if you are looking to develop your career in media, creative and cultural industries, or build a future career in academia. The course combines cultural studies with media and sociology and explores processes and activities, from local to global levels. Through a combination of core and option modules, you will be introduced to the very latest research and theory in the study of our contemporary culture and the digital realm, and how our world is portrayed in the media. Optional modules range from a number relating to digital media, through to an array of others which explore such areas as gender and sexuality, creativity and consumption, and the global dynamics of cultural production. As well as learning through lectures, seminars and tutorials, one of the core modules will include interviews and workshops with top researchers in the fields of sociology, media and communication, and cultural studies. The course will develop your critical and analytical skills and give you a solid grounding in research methods and current theories - and help you apply them to your own area of research. Because of its strong research and theoretical content, we expect this course to inspire many students to progress to a PhD on a relevant or related topic., In 1978 the University of Leicester launched the UK's first Masters Degree in the field of media and communication. One of the UK's longest established academic centres for communication and media studies, we are internationally recognised for our innovative research. Our research work is being supported by major government and international organisations. You will be taught by experienced tutors and leading researchers in the field.Teaching and learning You will be taught using a variety of methods including lectures, seminar discussions and individual tutorials in preparation for assignments. This course also introduces interviews and workshops with top researchers, as well as leading industry thinkers. You will undertake independent study and research throughout the course, which will be guided by tutors, in addition to participating in classes. You will complete a research-based MA dissertation which will be on a topic of your choice and where you will carry out extensive independent research, study and presentation. You will be assessed through a combination of essays, online assignments and your dissertation of approximately 10,000-12,000 words.

Starting in September 2025

• MA: £9,550
If you are resident outside the UK and the Republic of Ireland, you will need to pay a deposit of £3,000 to secure your place. This will be subtracted from your total tuition fee. Find out more about scholarships and funding., Starting in September 2025
• MA: £21,400
You will need to pay a deposit of £3,000 to secure your place. This will be subtracted from your total tuition fee. From 2022 onwards, EU nationals will pay the International fee. If you are an EU national with settled or pre-settled status under the EU settlement scheme, you may qualify for the UK fee (subject to criteria). Find out more about scholarships and funding.