Media and Communication

Entry requirements

A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2, or equivalent.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

Unlock your potential in media and communication. Engage with cutting-edge theories, gain practical experience, explore diverse perspectives, and enhance your career with optional placements. Join our vibrant and inclusive community.

Why study MA Media & Communication at BU?

• Real-World Experience: Enhance your employability with a 30-week optional placement in the media or communication sector, supported by our industry connections. Or undertake a short-term study opportunity globally through our Turing Scheme networks. Previous placement employers include The British Red Cross, Citizen Advice, Little Lives UK, The Rock London UK, Royal National Lifeboat Institution
• Advanced Knowledge and Skills: Deepen your understanding of media theories and master practical skills, with access to production equipment, for communicating ideas across text, video, and audio formats
• Tailored Learning Experience: Choose from a wide range of optional units to specialise in areas that align with your interests and career goals
• Global and Inclusive Community: Join a diverse student body and be taught by academics from all over the world to enrich your learning experience and prepare you for a global media career
• Professional Skill Development: Build critical and analytical skills for media practices and enhance your employability through our Graduate Skills Programme
• Career Support and Industry Links: Access continuous career guidance and leverage partnerships with top media organisations like the BBC, Adobe, and Apple.

Information for international students

If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.5 with a minimum of 6.5 in writing and 6.0 in each component of speaking, listening and reading.

Fees and funding