Overview

Within the Global Media MA course from the the University of Westminster you'll be part of a bustling multicultural academic department that boasts a strong research culture, and have the opportunity to attend regular talks by outside speakers (academics and practitioners) on a variety of communication and mass media issues. The University of Westminster and its courses are located in London.

Key facts

You'll examine key developments in the media and communications industries associated with the logic of globalisation, and explore the complex nature of the globalisation process in the media.

You'll gain a relevant, well-grounded, high-quality education and skill base, enabling you to develop a clear and comprehensive understanding of communication and the mass media.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Global Media

Researching Media and Communication

Advanced Independent Study

Communication Policy and Power

Political Economy of Communication

Study Skills

Policies for the Digital Age

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Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-25 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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

Lower Second Class _{(recommended)}

English requirements

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88

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59

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

A minimum of an upper second class honours degree (2:1) or a lower second class honours degree (2:2) in a humanities or social sciences discipline and/or have relevant professional experience.

If your first language is not English you should have an IELTS 6.5 overall, with at least 5.5 in each element.

Applicants are required to submit one academic reference.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18000 GBP / year

≈ 18000 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

10900 GBP / year

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Additional Details

UK PT tuition fee: £1,211 (Price per 20-credit module)

International PT tuition fee: £2,000 (Price per 20-credit module)

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 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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