MA Media Industries at University of Leeds

The MA Media Industries examines how diverse media organisations operate and shape global audiences, analysing their cultural and economic dimensions across television, film, music, online media, newspapers, magazines and advertising, including platformisation, influencer culture and streaming.

Department: School of Media and Communication  |  Duration: 12 months full time; 24 months part time  |  Intake: September  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules in each semester introduce debates in media studies and the organisational dynamics of industries such as television, film, music, digital media, newspapers, magazines and advertising, alongside Dissertation and Research Methods. Optional modules cover topics such as television narrative, identity and media, political communication, cultural policy, international film industries and public relations.

Career pathways

Graduates have worked in strategy, communications and creative roles at organisations such as Channel 4 and the British Council, as digital producer, brand manager, editor, journalist, marketing officer and copywriter, as well as in media management, PR, cultural policy and TV production. The degree is also a foundation for PhD study.

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