MA Media and Communications at University of Exeter

Designed for aspiring media professionals and scholars, this MA offers an interdisciplinary exploration of media and communication theories, equipping students with critical industry insights and practical skills to navigate and lead within the evolving media landscape. As part of the course, you will critically engage with practices surrounding digital and social media, and gen. AI.

Duration: 1 year full time; 2 years part time  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Exeter, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The MA Media and Communications will provide students with an internationally exceptional educational experience, by providing them with hands on experience and training within our unique and world-leading research facilities such as the Digital Humanities Lab and the Bill Douglas Cinema Museum. It will enable them to make a positive difference in the world by fostering advanced level transferable skills in analysis, communication, and research applicable beyond academia alone. It will deliver research-inspired learning through unique modules led by staff research expertise.

Career pathways

MA Media and Communication students will acquire valuable transferable skills in advanced research, writing, communication and project management. You'll be prepared for professional opportunities in research-led careers, education, academic careers, media and cultural industries, national and international policy and production sectors, commercial and public service organisations, NGOs, as well as charitable organisations and the third sector.

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