MSc Media & Communication at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

An interdisciplinary MSc drawing on the social sciences to develop critical and analytical skills for contemporary media environments and policy contexts. Two study routes share core teaching, supervision and dissertation requirements: the standard Media & Communications route and a Research Methods route. An optional project with an external client is available.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences | Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules are Communication & Media Theory in an International Context, Research Skills in Media & Communication and a Media & Communication Dissertation of about 15,000 words. The standard route adds From Broadcast to Participation: a History of Mediation and Strategic Communication; the Research Methods route adds Media Analytics. Options include Creating Media Content, Digital Media Ethics, Qualitative Research Methods and Individual Project with Client.

Career pathways

Designed to enhance employment prospects in media and in communication industries such as public relations and corporate communications, and in communication roles in other sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

First-class or second-class honours degree, or international equivalent, in Media and Cultural Studies, English Studies or a related discipline; other qualifications may be considered. A degree in media or communication is not required. Entry may also be possible through relevant professional experience (for example in international relations, public administration or community development). International applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5 (University of Strathclyde standard postgraduate requirement; other recognised English tests are accepted). Applicants who do not meet the academic requirements can take the Pre-Masters Preparation Course at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre (non-UK/Ireland students).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,700 a year (2027/28). Full-time; same for Scotland, England, Wales & Northern Ireland Source

International applicants: GBP 24,950 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

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