Overview

The Sociology (The Sociology of Media and Culture)course from the University of Cambridge gives students a firm grounding in the theoretical and empirical analysis of media, culture and technology, and enables them to study particular media, culture and technology in-depth, examining their transformations over time and their impact on other aspects of social and political life.

Key facts:

Upon completion of the programme students should have:

an advanced understanding of current research on selected topics in the sociology of media and culture;
an understanding of the basic principles of social research, the skills necessary to conduct independent research and practical experience in the use of research methods;
an ability to apply modern social theory with respect to empirical topics;
a deeper understanding of their chosen specialist area, including command of the literature and current research; and
the ability to situate their own research within current developments in the field.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Students write a dissertation of not less than 15,000 and not more than 20,000 words on a subject approved by the Sociology Graduate Education Committee, falling within the field of the pathway chosen at the beginning of the course. The dissertation counts for 60 per cent of the final mark.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months
Part-time
- 21 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-26 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

110

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Sociology Media Studies & Mass Media View 217 other Masters in Media Studies & Mass Media in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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110

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7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK High II.i Honours Degree.

If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.

We require a previous academic background in sociology or related subject areas such as media and/or communication with a sociology component. This course is not suitable for people new to the discipline.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

43516 GBP / year

≈ 43516 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

26195 GBP / year

≈ 26195 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time:

National - £13,098
International - £21,758

Living costs

Cambridge

United Kingdom

846 - 1465 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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