MPhil Digital Media at Swansea University

Programme overview

The MPhil in Digital Media is a two-year research degree in which students complete a substantial project of their own choosing, supervised by two academics. Staff are members of the Centre on Digital Arts and Humanities (CODAH).

Faculty: School of Culture and Communication | Department: Media and Communication (Digital Media) | Duration: 2 years full-time; 4 years part-time | Intake: October, January, April and July | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students submit a thesis of up to 60,000 words followed by a viva. Research strengths include media and cultural theory, the history and philosophy of media technology, new media, contemporary digital media in the UK, Europe, USA and China, and global media and journalism. MPhil students may teach undergraduate tutorials and seminars from the second year, with training and payment.

Career pathways

The degree can lead to a career in academia or widen employment options in fields such as education, government or the private sector.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants for MPhil must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level (or non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University). IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 6.5 (or Swansea University recognised equivalent). Admissions decisions may also take into account the standard of the research synopsis or proposal, performance at interview, competition for places and relevant professional experience. One reference is required.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,006 a year (2025/26). UK student full-time annual rate (2025/26 entry point); part-time is half. Charged over the minimum candidature period. Bench fees may apply. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,550 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition, year 1; rate for an October start in the year shown Source

Intake: October, January, April and July

Duration: 2 years full-time; 4 years part-time

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