Media, Campaigning and Social Change

Entry requirements

A minimum of an upper second class honours degree (2:1) or a lower second class honours degree (2:2) and substantial relevant work experience. Applicants who do not meet the normal entry requirements can be considered with lower qualifications if they have significant work experience.The Personal Statement must reflect the understanding of the course and how you will contribute.

If your first language is not English you should have an IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in all components

Applicants are required to submit one academic reference.

Months of entry

September

Course content

The course builds on our close, long-standing connections with leading campaigners and communicators in London's vibrant social change sector. An advisory panel, with representatives from Friends of the Earth, Save the Children, Advocacy Hub, Tearfund, FairSay and The National Council of Voluntary Organisations, help us to teach you the skill sets in demand and to deliver an exciting learning experience, for example through live briefs and guest speakers. A limited number of work placements or internships are usually available.

The course is aimed at those with some experience or interest in social change, the media, and communications or campaigns within not-for-profit organisations. During the course you will improve your practical skills, develop a deep understanding of the theories and frameworks that underpin and shape campaign communications, and enjoy the space to reflect critically on current and past practice. It is designed to help you start, or progress, a career in charity, pressure group or public sector campaign communications. It may also be of interest to those working in corporate social responsibility. Our alumni work in a range of senior campaign and communications roles in charities, NGOs, agencies, think tanks and government departments.

The course team has experience both in developing social change campaigns and in academic research into the connections between media, campaigining and social change. The course is jointly led by Dr Anastasia Kavada and Michaela O’Brien, with additional teaching by practitioners and members of our internationally renowned Communication and Media Research Institute. Core modules are taught primarily at our campuses in the West End of London, while optional modules may also be taught at the Harrow campus.

Information for international students

If your first language is not English you should have an IELTS 6.5 with 5.5 in writing and speaking and 5.5 in listening and reading.

Applicants are required to submit one academic reference.

Fees and funding

This course is eligible for an alumni discount. Find out if you are eligible and how to apply by visiting our Alumni discounts page. As well as tuition fee loans, there is a range of funding available to help you fund your studies.