MSc Media & Communication

This MSc offers an interdisciplinary approach to the study of media and communication, drawing on expertise across the social sciences. The programme enables you to develop critical and analytical skills relevant to contemporary media environments and policy contexts.There are two routes of study available for this course. Students on both routes benefit from shared core teaching, academic supervision and dissertation requirements, ensuring a coherent MSc experience while allowing for structured specialisation.This route provides a broad and flexible introduction to contemporary media and communication studies. You will develop critical understanding of media, culture, communication practices and policy, and select optional modules that reflect your individual interests.The route is suitable if you are seeking careers across media, communications, policy and related professional fields.The Research Methods pathway is particularly suitable if you are considering progression to postgraduate research (PhD) study or research-focused careers. It provides methodological training at a level appropriate for PGR entry and supports preparation for competitive research funding applications.By combining core media and communication teaching with substantial quantitative and qualitative methods training, the pathway equips graduates with skills applicable across academia, public policy, the third sector and wider social-science research settings.