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MA Mass Communications at Liverpool John Moores University

Liverpool John Moores University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

LJMU's Mass Communications MA investigates the significance of media forms, the systems within which they operate and the challenges they face. Media industries and their content are often subject to scrutiny and debates concerning their communicative power and influence, professional practice, ethics and law. This MA will enable you to join the cultural workforce with an understanding of how changes in policy and the politics of culture impact communication.

Faculty: Faculty of Society and Culture  |  Department: School of Humanities and Social Science  |  Duration: 12 months  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September (2027/28 entry)  |  Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This module aims to develop a comprehensive understanding of key theoretical frameworks relevant to Mass Communications. It enables you to establish a critical awareness of the field.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree: a minimum second class honours degree in a Humanities or Social Science related discipline. Alternative qualifications considered: industry experience in a relevant sector such as PR, marketing and journalism. Additional requirements: Relevant work experience; If you do not have a degree, a minimum of five years work experience in a relevant field such as public relations, journalism, information officers, librarians, marketers, social media managers, social scientists and civil servants will be considered. IELTS: IELTS English language requirement: 6.0-6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component).

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,980 a year (2027/28). Full-time per year Source

International applicants: GBP 18,230 a year (2027/28). Full-time per year Source

Intake: September (2027/28 entry)

Duration: 12 months

Apply through the official page: https://oaf.ljmu.ac.uk/

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